Description

Job Schedule: Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Monday-Friday

Work where every moment matters.

The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering our cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services– all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology.
 
The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at St. Vincent’s Medical Center has been designated as the first Care Partner of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in the United States. Hartford HealthCare is set to open a new state-of-the-art cancer center at 4185 Black Rock Turnpike near the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield in April 2025. The 25,000-square-foot facility will offer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, surgical consultations, imaging and laboratory testing on site.

The Chief Radiation Therapist is an advanced technical supervisory role which provides clinical expertise for day to day operations for the Radiation Oncology Department.  Responsibilities include but, are not limited to the following:

·        Under supervision of the Radiation Oncology Manager coordinates radiation therapist assignments.  Collaborating with other roles to ensure smooth transition of patient care.

·        Provides direct daily oversight of clinical treatment schedules including warmup, therapist lunch coverage, and end of day coverage.

·        Administer radiation therapy as prescribed by the physician (GE CT Sim, Varian Novalis Tx, Varian True Beam, Nucletron HDR. & Varian Ethos with adaptive planning).

·        Orientating, and training staff on new procedures/equipment and keeping staff up to date on competencies.

·        Assist with Radiation Therapy School students assigned to the Radiation Oncology department.  Responsible for administering radiation therapy treatments and simulations as prescribed and instructed by the radiation oncologist in accordance to the established standards. Assists in the continuity of patient care

Qualifications

Education:

·        Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program

Experience:

·        Five (5) years in radiation oncology experience required

Licensure, Certification, Registration:

·        Valid Connecticut State Radiographers License

·        ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

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