Supervisor Radiation Oncology

Career Opportunity At Lehigh Valley Health Network

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Job Duties

• Supervises staff performance including coaching, counseling, discipline, and performance evaluations of designated staff.
• Supervises and administers radiation treatments as prescribed, builds treatment calendars and performs daily treatments. Obtains patient history, answers patient questions, explains procedures and assists with scheduling.
• Identifies the need for and initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary members
• Provides and assists direct/indirect patient care to complete Ct-Simulation procedures and /or other treatment procedures
• Participates in the development of departmental procedures.
• Reinforces recommendations given to patient by the physician, nurses, dietician, etc., concerning reaction to treatment and care of the radiated area, prevention or treatment of generalized and local side effects. Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events
• Monitors radiation equipment inventory and follows all safety regulations regarding radiation exposure
• Ensures designated area complies with hospital policy and any applicable governmental regulatory bodies.
• Prepares and/or administers contrast as prescribed under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma in radiation therapy program.
• 4 years of experience as a radiation therapist with strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, technical, and patient care skills.
• T - Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire and
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of experience in a leadership role in radiation oncology.

Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 181 E Brown St

Primary Location: Cancer Center- Pocono

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00

Department: 1029-00112 Cancer Center Radiation