Manager of Radiation Oncology

Job Summary/Purpose

Responsible for all aspects of the daily operations and management of Samaritan Radiation Oncology, Medical Physics, and assigned cancer program departments. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of these departments working closely with the Regional Service Line Director - Oncology in ensuring comprehensive cancer and guest services.

Department Description

The Samaritan Cancer Program offers state-of-the-art, high-energy linear accelerators, which are computer controlled to deliver an extremely precise radiation treatment based on each patient’s customized treatment plan.

Experience/Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy or a related field required.
• Graduate of an accredited school or college of Radiation Therapy with current unencumbered Oregon RT(T) license required.
• Master's degree in health management preferred.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
• Five (5) years clinical and/or administrative experience in Radiation Therapy required.
• Four (4) years leadership experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Leadership - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward accomplishing goals. Achieves desired results through effective people management.
• Conflict resolution - Influences others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Proactively resolves conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Critical thinking – Identifies complex problems. Involves key parties, gathers pertinent data and considers various options in decision making process. Develops, evaluates and implements effective solutions.
• Communication and team building – Leads effectively with excellent verbal and written communication. Delegates and initiates/manages cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.

Physical Demands

• Rarely - WALK (inclined)
• Occasionally - KNEEL, CRAWL (hands & knees), ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY, CLIMB (stairs)
• Frequently - SIT, STAND, WALK (level surface), SQUAT (static >30 sec), BEND FORWARD at waist, ROTATE TRUNK (sitting, standing), REACH (forward, upward), MANUAL DEXTERITY (hands/wrists, fingers, pinch fingers, grasp hand/fist), LIFT (floor to waist: 0"-36", knee to chest: 24"-54", waist to eye: up to 54"), CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds, CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• Continually - LIFT (floor to waist: 0"-36", knee to chest: 24"-54", waist to eye: up to 54"), LIFT (overhead: 54" and above), CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds