Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

C/P-Radiation Oncology-Clin-NC

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

$20,000 Sign On Bonus with 24 month commitment and 3-5 years of experience + Relocation

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Banner Health has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we recently made Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity.

These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement .

Schedule: Hours are Mon-Fri 4-10/hr. shifts-

(after the completion of Training)

Preferred Qualifications: 2 Years of Leadership experience

Job Specifics: We treat we between 80-120 pts per day

Radiation Treatments have a wide range in difficulty from Prostate & Breast, to Head and Neck, Lung, SRS, SBRT, T&O, TBI's, Anesthesia and Pediatrics. As well as, In Patient's brought over by ambulance!

Equipment used: The Radiation Oncology department has-

4- Truebeams Equipped with Vision RT (known as OSMS)

2- CT Simulators

1- HDR Vault/Suite

7- Radiation Oncologists

15- Radiation Therapists

Affiliation w/ 2 RTT Schools- to help build the future of the therapy

Join our Cancer Services team at Banner University Medical Center Tucson! Banner University Medical Center Tucson offers a wide range of medical and surgical care options. We use the latest technology to detect cancer as early as possible. In addition to treatment options, we also offer many support services for patients and their families. Our treatment services include: Blood and marrow transplantation, Chemotherapy and biologic therapy, Clinical research trials, Genetic counseling and testing, Interventional radiology, and Radiation therapy. At Banner University Medical Center Tucson, we provide integrative services to provide the best treatment options and whole health support during and after our patients cancer treatment.

We believe patient care is most effective when it’s truly collaborative. With our academic partnership with the University of Arizona, our evidence-based, academic research, and multidisciplinary approach brings together physicians from all cancer specialties to provide highly coordinated and compassionate care. Our cancer experts include medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, physician specialists, nurses and clinical support staff who work closely with patients, guiding them through their first visit and serving as a point of contact throughout their care. From prevention to treatment and beyond, no matter where our patients are on their cancer journey, the team at Banner University Medical Center Tucson is 100% committed to our patients well-being!

Banner is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, as well as being a nationally recognized Academic Center teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research.

University Arizona Cancer Center is NCI designated, COC, NAPBC, NAPRC, FACT Accredited. Superior Clinical Excellence for staff development with Clinical Ladder for RN and MA’s, strong focus on certifications, Shared Leadership for Clinical and Non-Clinical Staff, and other staff related engagement committees.

University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is Southern Arizona's only Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed planned course of radiation therapy as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols and in accordance with standards of professional radiation therapy practice. Performs needed assessment, care and treatment planning for patient population. This position works to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the assigned department, including day-to-day administration of non-physician staff and operations. This person must be proficient with all modalities including simulation and treatment machines applicable to the clinic.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Delivers radiation treatment according to written prescription and treatment plan. Ensures safety in patient care through the consistent practice of departmental procedures for treatment administration. Treatment delivery includes, but is not limited to identifying correct patient, escorting patient to treatment room, assisting patient onto the treatment table, positioning patient for treatment, delivering radiation from the control room and assisting the patient in exiting the treatment room.

2. Assures the quality of treatment delivery through the complete and accurate documentation of treatment records. Recognizes deviation from prescribed treatment delivery and reports all deviations to the appropriate department. Recommends and implements any necessary corrective action.

3. Mentors and trains new staff, ensuring competencies are completed within 90 days of hire date. Provides guidance and resources for learning policies required by Banner and affiliated parties.

4. Maintains the daily treatment schedule and ensures billing is accurate and complete at the end of each workday. Takes corrective action according to billing department instruction.

5. Assists with the assessment and communication of equipment service issues and works with management and the vendor to ensure a resolution has been reached.

6. Uses critical thinking in planning and decision-making while ensuring a positive working environment exists to support the staff's ability to meet patient needs.

7. Supports change and participates in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of goals/objectives, Standards of Practice, and quality management activities within the clinical service line. Reviews staff adherence to department quality assurance practices and identifies clinical environmental needs and appropriate follow-up action to address them.

8. This position will require interim coverage when the clinic manager is off site.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through an Associate’s degree in Radiation Oncology or related field.

Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable. Employees working in Arizona must have current Medical Radiologic Technical Board of Examiners (MRTBE) Certification. BLS certification required.

Must be knowledgeable of clinical techniques, applications, and equipment relative to the area of work as demonstrated through 3-5 years of experience in Radiation Therapy.

Must be proficient on all treatment machines including simulation. Must demonstrate effective communication skills and human relations skills including being respectful and courteous to patients and colleagues. Promotes and rewards teamwork and inclusiveness and sensitive to the concerns of patients and colleagues. In addition, must model banner values and safety behaviors.

Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific facility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Oncology or related field preferred.

2+ years of lead responsibilities experience preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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