Posted Date: 10/1/2024

Job Location: St. Anthony Regional Cancer Center, 311 South Clark St, (Southeast edge of St. Anthony Campus), Carroll, IA, 51401
Department: Cancer Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Description

Job Summary

The Radiation Oncologist specializes in treating cancer patients using radiation therapy, where they diagnose cancer, develop personalized radiation treatment plans, administer radiation treatments, monitor patient responses, and educate patients about the therapy, while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Radiation Oncologist is responsible for the complete care of cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses patients with cancer and develops a radiation therapy plan based on the patient’s individual needs.

• Administers radiation therapy treatments to patients in accordance with the prescribed plan.

• Monitors patients’ responses to therapy and adjusts plans as necessary.

• Provides patient education on radiation therapy and its effects.

• Maintains accurate patient records and documents all treatments.

• Monitors and evaluates patient outcomes and success of treatments.

• Collaborates with other medical professionals as needed.

• Completes documentation in a timely manner.

• Functions independently in most activities. Provides care for patients. Adheres to hospital /clinic policies and procedures and medical staff rules, regulations and by-laws.

• Maintains orderly and efficient business practices at the clinics.

• Provides supervision and direction to other clinic personnel.

• Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance which may include first aid and/or CPR.

• Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.

• Serves as a patient advocate.

• Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.

• Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.

• Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.

• Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.

• Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.

• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.

• Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.

• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.

• Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.

• Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Doctor of Medicine degree from an accredited university.

• Board certification in Radiation Oncology.

• Licensure to practice medicine in the state.

Position Requirements, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Stay current on advances in radiation therapy and medical treatments.

• Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to work effectively and positively with a variety of patients and employees.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Must possess effective time management skills.

• Able to work collaboratively with a team of medical professionals.

• Able to make decisions and act in the best interests of the patient.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze and interpret clinical journals, financial reports and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, patients, families, regulatory agencies, or members of the community.  Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, management, the public, and/or board of directors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel.  The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is frequently required to walk and sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to infectious diseases and occupational dangers like accidental needle pricks. Must be able to withstand physical and emotional stress.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and blood borne pathogens.  The employee may be exposed to unpleasant sights, odors, and materials. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.  

The employee may be exposed to combative patients.  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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If you have further questions, please call the Human Resources Department at 712-794-5111.

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