Radiation Therapist Lead
Slidell
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Administers radiation therapy to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of a radiation oncologist. Maintains schedules of therapeutic staff to ensure appropriate coverage and call rotation and monitors labor, productivity, and adjusts staffing schedules to maintain within budgeted parameters based on volumes. Oversees radiation therapy treatments and simulations to ensure that it is being performed in accordance with policy and procedures. Oversees patient treatment schedules to facilitate operational efficiency of the radiation oncology department and allocates appropriate amount to time and to compress schedules as necessary. Provides clinical and didactic instruction to radiation therapists and radiation therapy students. Implements new processes and workflows with therapeutic radiation therapy staff. Handles daily billing audits and charge capture. Onboards and conducts orientation of newly hired radiation therapy staff. Identifies issues related to radiation therapy delivery and/or quality initiatives and compiles information and data to make recommendations to radiation oncology administrative team for process for quality enhancement. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.