Radiation Therapist Lead

Urologic Specialists of Northwest Indiana•Schererville, IN

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Urologic Specialists of Northwest Indiana (USNI), a member of Urology Alliance, is seeking a Radiation Therapist Lead for its Radiation Oncology Center in Schererville, Indiana. The position is anticipated to start in mid-December or early January. The Radiation Therapist Lead is a patient care provider and radiation tech supervisor who oversees duties related to administering prescribed radiation therapy. The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can work under pressure, carry out complex medical prescriptions, and communicate clearly with personnel, patients, and physicians to support quality patient care. The lead supervises fellow therapists and treatment-related duties, coordinates machine calibration and service calls, and collaborates with the Chief Radiation Therapist on clinical treatment techniques and procedures. The role also includes preparing treatment rooms and equipment, setting treatment parameters, delivering prescribed radiation doses, monitoring patients during treatment, maintaining treatment records and reports, and following department policies and applicable compliance requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three-year certificate from a college or technical school in Radiation Therapy certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Graduate of an AMA-accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology.
Six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT).
BLS certification required.
Licensure and certifications as required by the state.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to perform well in stressful situations.
Knowledge of healthcare systems operations, such as EMR and practice management solutions.
Communication and customer-service skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Respect for patient confidentiality and ability to comply with HIPAA.
Database management skills and strong problem-solving skills.
Clinical competencies and basic knowledge of radiation oncology equipment function, including minor repair and troubleshooting such as water and gas levels and laser alignment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm in difficult situations and deliver exceptional patient service.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to build relationships with patients and demonstrate empathy and compassion.
Ability to comply with organizational health and safety policies.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify clinical environmental needs and take appropriate follow-up action.
Maintain weekly chart reviews and shift reports.
Lead fellow therapists in professional, courteous patient care.
Schedule patients initially and monitor ICD-10 coding for the CPC.
Lead machine calibration and coordinate service calls as needed.
Collaborate with the Chief Radiation Therapist to implement clinical treatment techniques and procedures.
Review and/or administer prescribed daily radiation therapy treatments accurately and efficiently.
Follow department policies concerning radiation therapy treatment procedures.
Prepare treatment rooms and equipment, gather supplies and setup devices, and set treatment unit parameters.
Activate the treatment unit and deliver the prescribed radiation dose.
Maintain visual and/or audible communication with patients during treatment.
Obtain prescribed port films and adjust field placement as needed.
Monitor patients for unusual reactions or events during treatment and report them to the Clinical Director and Radiation Oncologist.
Keep immobilization devices clean and orderly and use them as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
Record machine downtime and maintain the machine fault list report.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned.
Follow ethical standards, applicable laws and regulations, organizational policies, and the Solaris Health Code of Conduct.
Protect patient health information in compliance with HIPAA, report suspected concerns or violations, and complete annual compliance training in a timely manner.