Overview: This leadership role oversees radiation oncology operations, staff coordination, and partnership management within a regional healthcare setting in the Midwest. The manager ensures efficient department functioning, fiscal responsibility, and quality patient care while fostering strong collaboration with clinical teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations including staffing, scheduling, and productivity to meet unit needs.
• Utilize automated systems to monitor employee hours, approve overtime, and arrange coverage for absences.
• Contribute to budget preparation and monitor expenditures to minimize variances.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of radiation oncology coding, billing, and relevant legislative changes.
• Oversee quality assurance activities, including participation in hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, ancillary services, and partners to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and maintain accreditation standards such as CoC, NAPBC, and ASTRO APEx.
• Facilitate cancer care committees, conferences, and tumor registry programs.
• Promote patient satisfaction through rounding, timely responses, service recovery, and relationship-based care.
• Ensure patient rights are respected and serve as a liaison for cancer programming partnerships.
• Develop and monitor policies to enhance patient safety and staff compliance with best practices.
• Encourage professional growth by supporting staff education, certifications, and participation in professional organizations.
• Exemplify excellent customer service and uphold ethical standards in all interactions.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Radiation Therapy is required.

Experience:

3-5 years of relevant experience is preferred, with management and oncology experience highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:

Active RT(T) or RN license is required.

This position requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering teamwork and professional excellence within a dynamic healthcare environment in the Midwest region.