Radiation Therapy Associate Manager

Banner Health•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Great options and opportunities. We’re certified as a Great Place To Work® and are looking for professionals to help us make Banner Health the best place to work and receive care. Apply today! Banner Health was recognized on Becker's Healthcare 2025 list of 150+ top places to work in healthcare. Additionally, Banner – University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, as well as being an Academic Medical Center teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Join our Cancer Services team at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson as a Radiation Therapist Associate Manager. This key role will utilize the latest in Radiation Oncology technology to provide a wide range of treatments for Prostate, Breast, Head and Neck, Lung, SRS, SBRT, T&O, TBI's, Anesthesia and Pediatrics. This is an amazing place to learn and grow your skills. Experienced team members will have the opportunity to teach and mold therapy students during their clinicals. Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team providing excellent care to cancer patients. Location: Banner University of Arizona Cancer Center 3838 N Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ Hours: Monday through Friday Full time Exempt University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program. POSITION SUMMARY This position plans for adequate resource management in relation to equipment, instrumentation and supplies for a specific imaging specialty. Supervises staff and serves as a clinical resource to staff, providers, providers' office staff, vendors and other departments. Effectively coordinates specialty care within Imaging. May simulate and deliver prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

Requirements

Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate degree in radiation oncology or related field.
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable.
BLS certification required.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 3-5 years of experience relevant to patient population.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Interviews, selects and hires qualified department staff that can make a significant contribution. Conducts performance management sessions according to policies and guidelines. Demonstrates effective communication skills, problems solving, and conflict resolution in the management of the assigned clinical service lines, keeping the appropriate people informed.
Plans care for patients in the specific modality by managing the daily schedule for maximum throughput and ensuring adequate staff are available for the shift. Works with specialty providers and providers' offices in regard to coordinating resources. Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care.
Serves as a specialty resource to patient, families, providers, providers' offices and various internal departments (i.e. operating room staff, ED, nursing floors, etc) in interpreting department, facility and system policies, and facilitating medical care. Seen as the clinical expert in the specific specialties.
Supports change and participates in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of goals/objectives, and quality management activities within the clinical service lines. Manages staff adherence to department quality assurance practices and identifies clinical environmental needs and appropriate follow-up action to address them.
Prioritizes and plans for specialty resources, working with the department management team to meet financial goals. May be responsible for maintaining accurate charge capture and treatment documentation.
May perform all functions of a Radiation Therapist by following and verifying providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiation oncology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Adheres to safety policies. Maintains departmental policies, guidelines and procedures.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
This position functions within the Radiation Oncology department of the assigned facility. Provides input regarding department budget and operations and participates on committees as assigned. Internal customers: All levels of radiation oncology and nursing management and staff, medical staff, students and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.