Radiation Therapy Technologist Lead

Under the direction of the Technical Director and/or Chief Radiation Therapists, the Associate Chief Radiation Therapist will act as the principal assistant to the Chief RTTs. The Associate Chief RTT will supervise and direct the daily activities and coverage for Staff and Senior Radiation Therapists. Perform all job functions that a Senior RTT has, including but not limited to performing simulations and radiation therapy treatments.

1. Operations:
   1. Ensure proper procedures and policies are followed.
   2. Assist the Chief RTT with daily clinical coordination, including operational workflow and patient scheduling.
   3. Help with scheduling assistance to the Practice Coordinators when specific needs cannot be met with standard blocked times.
   4. Help ensure staffing coverage is adequate, reviewing staff vacation schedule and coordinating machine coverage.
   5. Coordinate services with other patient care treatment personnel to ensure proper patient care.
   6. Perform audits to ensure all daily duties related to patient care are assigned and completed by the end of day.
   7. Participate in department QA projects.
   8. Inform Chief RTT and/or Technical Director of any problems or potential problems affecting the overall quality, condition, and performance of treatment unit.
   9. Attend assigned clinical meetings with Chief RTTs as needed.
2. Assessment:
   1. Identify type and area to be treated in preparation, as appropriate performing simulation before actual treatment.
   2. Utilize available reports and medical record information to increase awareness of current or potential problems.
   3. Recognize if patient is having problems and take appropriate action, seeking council with appropriate professionals.
3. Treatment Coordination and Implementation:
   1. Set-up equipment and computer.
   2. Prepare and check all required documents prior to treatment, including consents, MD orders and approvals, Plan QA, New Start Check list, etc.
   3. Place reference markings on patient's body, if needed.
   4. Position patient for treatment and verify imaging requirements.
   5. Perform TIME OUT procedures.
   6. Document treatment in EMR and appropriate files.
   7. Perform minor equipment adjustments as needed.
   8. Coordinate new patient set-ups, ensuring all necessary personnel and patient records are present and available, keeping process moving efficiently.
4. Advocacy/Patient Education:
   1. Respond to emotional needs of patients by demonstrating sensitivity to their emotional state and relating in an appropriate manner.
   2. Explain treatment procedures, side effects, and dietary and skin care procedures to patients.
   3. Instruct students and cooperate with other department staff (residents, nurses, treat planning, etc.).
   4. Maintain liaison between patients and department, keeping patients informed of delays, explaining problems, and attempting to quickly settle any patient difficulties.
5. Coordination/Communication:
   1. Maintain open communication and facilitate continuity of care for patients and family with members of the health care team.
   2. Participate in patient-centered conferences as requested.
   3. Actively participate in staff meetings.
   4. Maintain adequate level of supplies to meet treatment unit needs.
   5. Share and maintain good communication amongst the RTT team.
6. Professionalism/Education:
   1. Demonstrate courtesy, common sense, and follow-through in all communications and practices.
   2. Explain and demonstrate required technical procedures to staff and students assigned to treatment unit.
   3. Provide technical guidance and expertise to staff and students to ensure that problems are resolved.
   4. Assess staff and student performance and provide specific feedback and additional training as needed.
   5. Assume responsibility for own career growth, recognizing the need to increase knowledge and keeping informed of current trends and developments within own area of practice.
   6. Expand skills and show initiative.
   7. Comply with work-related policies, including license renewal and other related certifications.
   8. Comply with all Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative, and clinical practices, as well as activities mandated by The Joint Commission.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position, please visit the TCS Non-Academic Titles Search website. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate and the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit the UC website.

Required Qualifications

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Therapeutic Radiology.
• Licensure by the State of California in Therapeutic Radiology.
• BLS certified.
• Senior Radiation Therapist; Five years of experience in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and ability to train others with department's general LINACs, CT Simulation, Record Verify systems, and EMR.
• Ability to act independently, ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment regarding set-up or treatment decisions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, demonstrated ability to interact effectively with patients and all department staff members.
• Positive attitude toward teamwork and patient safety, collaborates with Chief RTTs to carry out high-level objectives and QA projects that extend and improve the Radiation Oncology department and patient safety.
• Demonstrated or verified Technical Ability.
• Needs to be able to coordinate and respond to ER situations appropriately, including machine breakdowns, ER add-ons, and Facility ERs.
• Ability to cover Chief Therapist duties on short-term basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

License/Certification

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Therapeutic Radiology
• Licensure by the state of California in Therapeutic Radiology
• BLS certified

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Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009011 RAD THER TCHNO CHF ASC

Job Category

Allied Health, Radiology

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday