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University of Miami

Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist page is loaded## Chief Radiation Therapy Technologistlocations:

Miami, FLtime type:

Full timeposted on:

Posted Todayjob requisition id:

R100089486## **Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click

to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department in our Medical Campus - Downtown.**SUMMARY**The Chief Radiation Therapist under the general direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager or

Director is responsible for the smooth patient throughput and supervision of functions related to

the day to day operation of the Radiation Oncology treatment clinic. The Chief Radiation Therapist

is responsible for operations of the clinic in the absence of the manager.**CORE JOB FUNCTIONS**• Administers and simulates radiation therapy treatments, to include HDR, tMRT, IGRT, and CBCT &

other modalities as needed.

• Directs work of Radiation Therapists to include accuracy of

work, productivity and

progress of patients.

• Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.

• Adheres to radiation safety procedure protocol.

• Works closely with the Radiation Oncologist and the therapy team in the preparation of a treatment plan that is customized to the patient's needs.



Assists with Human Resources responsibilities.



Actively participates in training and orientation of new employees as well as

developing unit objectives.

• Incorporates department and hospital policies and procedures into care provided and assists with the interpretation of policies and procedures.

• Collaborates with Medical Oncology, Nutritional Services & Social Services for the

coordination of patient care and schedules for radiation patients.

• Ensures proper inventory and management of technical supplies.

• Understands and trouble-shoots all the complex technological equipment necessary to

the department for the delivery of safe, appropriate & effective patient care.

• Ensures the effective scheduling of new start patients, daily treatments & simulations.

• Provides back-up for Manager in their absence or when requested as needed.

• Advises and updates staff on procedural changes.

• Attends operations, CQI and managers meetings or others as requested



Assigns and monitors the work of Radiation Therapist to ensure accuracy and

productivity standards are met.



Maintains clinical/technical proficiency and provides coverage as needed.



Collaborates with Manager or Director to ensure appropriate level of staffing.



Performs other related duties as assigned.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to

include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.**CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:*** Associate (2-year) degree in a science-related field required.* Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy school.**Certification and Licensing:**ARRT AccreditationCPR Certification#LI-CM1The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click

for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**H14The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit

to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr