This job is instrumental in daily supervision of therapeutic staff. Accurately administers radiation therapy to patients in accordance with the prescription and supervision of the Radiation Oncologist. Maintains complete and accurate treatment documents. Process orders for specific exams required during treatment. Act as a liaison between the physician, patient and the patient’s family. This job must be able to effectively communicate with all members of his/her team. Professionalism is of the utmost importance. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned area. Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
 

Education

Required - Associates of Science with concentration in Radiation Therapy

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Sciences

Work Experience
Required - 5 years clinical radiation therapy setting experience

Preferred - 7 year's clinical experience

Certifications

Required - Registry of Radiologic Technologist and licensed by the State of Louisiana

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Preferred - ARRT Licensure, L.S.R.T. Licensure

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of radiation therapy concepts, applications and administration.
• Knowledge and understanding of all radiation equipment, its use and care.
• The ability to operate all radiation oncology equipment including but not limited to CT Scanner, Linear Accelerators, Brain Lab System, ARIA, Epic, computers, cameras, styrofoamer, and immobilization devices.
• Ability to chart accurately and maintain all data pertinent to a patient’s therapy and care.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality, following HIPPA practices.

Job Duties

• Serves as Chief Radiation Therapist – mentors therapists and serve as a role model.
• Takes responsibility for professional development and maintaining required clinical knowledge,  technical skills and credentials / Age Specific Competency (self and staff radiation therapists).
• Performs simulations – fabrication of devices, CT scans and block cutting.
• Demonstrates effective delivery in patient care –  treatment of patients under radiation therapy.
• EMR – knowledge of Epic and ARIA for electronic documentation, revise and create new documentation.
• Document Billing/Statistics – Review charge capture and perform end of treatment audits.
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and staffing practices to accommodate the needs of the department.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required. 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.   (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.”