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This position will be responsible for assisting the Lead Therapists, Assistant Chief Radiation Therapist and Chief Radiation Therapist in the management of daily operations for New York Proton Center radiation therapy services.. Duties and Responsibilities:In accordance with the strategic operational plan of the New York Proton Center, the Senior Radiation Therapist will promote and implement programming that facilitates organizational growth by performing the following functions:Collaborates with the Chief Radiation Therapist, Assistant Chief Radiation Therapist, and Lead Therapist to facilitate daily clinical activities.. License and Certification:Certification and registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiation therapy, required.. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health as a radiologic technologist, required.. Previous experience in proton radiation therapy, preferred.

senior radiation therapist

Position Summary:The Senior Radiation Therapist will function in a supervisory and direct patient care role. This position will be responsible for assisting the Lead Therapists, Assistant Chief Radiation Therapist and Chief Radiation Therapist in the management of daily operations for New York Proton Center radiation therapy services. Duties and Responsibilities:In accordance with the strategic operational plan of the New York Proton Center, the Senior Radiation Therapist will promote and implement programming that facilitates organizational growth by performing the following functions:Collaborates with the Chief Radiation Therapist, Assistant Chief Radiation Therapist, and Lead Therapist to facilitate daily clinical activities.Delegates assignments and oversees accuracy of initial, adaptive, and cone down chart checks. Ensures accurate and precise treatment delivery and data capture. Reviews all set-up instructions, radiation prescriptions, consents, treatment plan, and any other documentation related to treatment delivery.Explains treatment process to the patient in a clear and concise manner that promotes understanding.Performs required quality assurance procedures and documents accordingly. Coordinates machine downtime with Lead Radiation Therapists by making sure patients are called and appointments and schedules are adjusted appropriately.Oversees the administration of safe and accurate radiation therapy treatments to ensure optimal patient care.Participates in the mentorship and onboarding of new staff.Coordinates new patient set ups. Provides technical guidance to staff to ensure that problems are resolved.Explains and demonstrates required technical procedures to staff, provides technical guidance as needed. Refers to the appropriate resources and operations manual.Conducts themselves as a professional role model.Keeps an upbeat attitude and maintains a positive, calm demeanor to promote positive morale in the clinic. Monitors staff performance to ensure the accuracy and completion of responsibilities and adherence to departmental standards and guidelines.Keeps patients wait times to the minimum and informs patient of any delays.Demonstrates practice-related learning and share knowledge and skills with others.Promotes adherence to documented policies and procedures.Efficiently maintain clinical supply levels.Identifies clinical environmental needs and demonstrate the appropriate follow-up action to address them.Identifies challenges and opportunities for change or improvement.Utilizes appropriate communication with all members of the healthcare team.Encourages collaboration and input from all team members, valuing the contributions of others.Performs other job-related duties, as assigned Complies with all New York Proton Center policies related to Privacy Rules established under the Health Information Privacy and Portability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).Qualifications:Education:Graduate of a JCERT accredited program in radiation therapy or a suitable equivalent, required.BS Degree in Radiation Therapy or a related health science field, preferred.License and Certification:Certification and registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiation therapy, required.Licensed by the New York State Department of Health as a radiologic technologist, required.Certification in Basic Life Support/ CPR, required.Experience:2 years of experience as a radiation therapist with comprehensive clinical knowledge that includes treatment delivery, required.Simulation experience, preferred.Previous experience in proton radiation therapy, preferred.

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