Description
Technical Manager - Radiation Oncology
Akron General Medical Center - Akron, OH
Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As Radiation Therapy Manager, you will oversee daily operations and coordination of services, activities of the radiation therapists, technical aids, and van drivers, while also managing assigned areas to meet business goals through cost containment and enhanced service.
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Cleveland Clinic treats more patients than any other cancer center in Ohio and is nationally recognized as a leader in patient care, research and education. Delivering compassionate care to patients and their families is the primary focus of the nursing caregivers in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Cleveland Clinic. This team strives to provide excellent nursing care to maximize health, enhance quality of life, relieve suffering, and provide education and support to patients and their families.
A caregiver in this position works from 8:00am—5:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Provides administrative and clinical supervision for therapists, transportation groups, block and mold technicians.
- Assists in conducting performance evaluations.
- Monitors staff certification and current license documentation.
- Assists with radiation oncology personnel recruiting and retention.
- Oversees daily operation and coordination of services.
- Manages the patients' scheduling.
- Coordinates procedures with physician schedules, availability of machines, personnel resources, and other departments.
- Ensures appropriate staffing levels according to ACR standards and patient volume.
- Coordinates daily radiation oncology services. Assists with departmental budget preparation.
- Assesses current practices and procedures for optimum cost effectiveness.
- Maintains patient care and equipment quality control standards.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of department operations and equipment capabilities.
- Develops and modifies departmental policies and procedures to meet standards (JCAHO, NRC and ODH).
- Participates in quality assurance, standard development, and monitoring.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- 5 years of progressive supervisory experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Allied Health, Health Care Administration, or equivalent
- Graduate from a CAHEA approved School of Radiation Therapy Technology or Registry eligible
- Must be a Board-Certified Registered Radiation Therapist with current state licensure as well as a Registered Technologist in Radiation Therapy R.T.(T) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Experience and training in all the latest technologies such as: External beam linear accelerators, Gamma Knife, IMRT, MIMIC, MLC, BAT, Hyperthermia, Ultrasound and Prostate Implants
Physical Requirements:
- Requires frequent sitting and dexterity to perform work on a PC.
- Requires ability to walk to various locations to attend meetings.
- Must have normal or corrected vision, and the ability to verbally communicate to upper level management.
- Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $84,200.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $128,412.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug-free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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