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Lead Radiation Therapist - Los Angeles, United States - Cedars-Sinai
Description
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist, the Lead Radiation Therapist is a proficient and experienced Allied Health Professional who performs simulations and administers radiation treatments as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist, under the supervision of the Chief Radiation Therapist.
Performs accurate and efficient radiation therapy treatment simulations as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist.
This includes proper use of simulator, fabrication of immobilization devices and various treatment devices such as bite block and custom bolus cut outs.
Delivers accurate, efficient, and reproductible radiation therapy treatment as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist and as indicated in the treatment plan.
This includes operation of linear accelerator, verifying treatment plan prior to treatment, proper patient positioning, and monitoring of patient during procedure.
Monitors the technical accuracy of treatment setups by Radiation Therapists and Senior Radiation Therapists.Utilizes imaging technologies for the purpose of simulation, treatment planning, and treatment delivery as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
Performs appropriate and timely documentation of patients, including daily assessment and pain level, simulation and treatment summaries, report and documentations.
Responsible for medical equipment maintenance and performance and oversees daily warm-up procedures and quality assurance at assigned site. Trouble shoots issues and reports problems to Chief Therapist/Physics.
Performs all special treatment procedures available at assigned site, such as Stereo tactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Stereotactic Radiation Therapy (SRT), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), Brachytherapy.
Serves as point of contact for all Radiation Therapy questions and issues at assigned site, including questions around treatment protocols, quality assurance, staffing schedules, patient schedules, and equipment issues.
Responsible for overall treatment schedule at assigned site. Ensures that patient volume is appropriately distributed between treatment machines to ensure efficient treatment hours and staffing.
Coordinates staffing for assigned site, and ensures that staffing requirements for each patient treatment are met and that work schedules meet the minimum therapists scheduled for each patient.
Moves therapist assignments as needed to account for absences and reduce overtime.Maintains knowledge of billing and coding guidelines for Radiation Oncology technical billing.
Establishes and maintains quality monitoring of accurate and complete billing documentation for technical services provided by the therapists at assigned site.
Corrects billing errors in a timely manner and assures employees are trained in appropriate billing procedures.
Trains new staff on department competencies, protocols, and procedures; develops new competencies; and trains staff when new equipment or procedures are implemented and ensures annual competencies are completed.
Responsible for the purchasing and inventory control for supplies and materials used by the therapy group ensuring appropriate inventory levels are maintained for patient care.
Provides clinical specific communication to the Radiation Therapy staff at assigned site, and updates Chief Radiation Therapist/Director with key items and clinical concerns.
Ensures with The Joint Commission and regulatory readiness within the department. Adheres to strict radiation safety guidelines
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an ARRT approved Radiation Therapy program required
Bachelor's Degree in Radiation Therapy preferred
License/Certifications:
California Therapeutic Radiation Technologist Certification required
American Registry of Radiologic Technology Certification required
BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required
California Fluoroscopy permit preferred
Experience:
A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Radiation Therapist required
10 years of experience preferred
Req ID: 1916
Working Title:
Lead Radiation Therapist - 10-Hour Day Shift
Department:
Radiation Therapy
Business Entity:
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category:
Imaging
Job Specialty:
Nuclear/Invasive
Overtime Status:
NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift:
Day
Shift Duration: 10 hour
Base Pay:
$ $89.82
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.