Radiation Therapist Lead

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Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview

Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of the team, including staffing and work assignments. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures.

Ensures the timely delivery of accurate radiation treatments and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all radiation therapy equipment. Serves as the liaison between department and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff.

Routinely performs all duties of a lower level staff, as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Job Description

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Certification & Licensure

ARRT - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists

RHTT-Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch

OR RHA-Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

8 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

Demonstrated specialized expertise in radiation therapy principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including significant experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and various hospital emergencies.

Proficient in performing radiation treatment with an in-depth understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious and potential abnormalities.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

Broad knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Prioritize and delegate assignments based on experience, procedures, policies, and best practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify and analyze data to solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.

Analyze workflow/processes and propose improvements or solutions that improve the efficiency of the team

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

Occasionally

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Pay Range is $86.08 to $120.50 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location.

Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.