University of California - Irvine Health
Dosimetry Supervisor 2 - Radiation Oncology - FT Days
University of California - Irvine Health, Orange, California, United States, 92613
Who We Are
UCI Health
is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by
U.S. News & World Report
for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.
Your Role on the Team
Position Summary:The incumbent provides direct supervision to dosimetrists and specialists with external beam radiation treatment planning (e.g. External Beam or Brachytherapy). May also include supervision of skilled technical employees and support staff. Works closely with the Medical Center administration and clinic physicians to ensure seamless operation between all activities of the School of Medicine and Medical Center related to directing and evaluating patient care activities, assisting with teaching and research, managing clinical resources, developing and administering operational & capital budgets, and developing & monitoring organizational policy / procedures. As needed, will perform the full range of dosimetry procedures and complex specialized procedures.Essential Job Functions:
The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.Supervises dosimetrists and treatment staff verifying technical soundness and suitability of radiation treatment plans. Ensures treatments conform to University and department policy, regulatory requirements and published practices. Coordinates patient treatments and reviews treatment schedules to ensure optimal workflow and appropriate use of personnel. Ensures coordination and timely completion of treatment plans. Provides insight on quality assurance issues. Monitors staff utilization and productivity. 10%Ensures compliance with all applicable policies/procedures, laws, regulatory agency requirements, Joint Commission standards and HRSA standards if applicable, codes of practice, and organizational work standards (service, quality and safety standards). Effectively develops unit/department operational policies and procedures. Maintains records related to operations and services that are complete, accurate, available and in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. 15%Develops and maintains quality improvement activities and recommends / implements changes as appropriate. Assumes responsibility for implementing programs to positively affect patient satisfaction and quality assurance data, such as meaningful visit, patient access, effective patient communications, satisfaction survey scores, etc. Participates in the collection and evaluation of quality improvement data. Monitors internal controls and seeks to resolve issues in a timely manner. 15%Independently monitors and analyzes financial performance, identifying developing trends in the utilization of space, supplies, staff and / or other resources to ensure the financial success of the department. Effectively flexes staffing to balance budget and units of service. Independently analyzes the usage of funds by source and implements solutions or alternatives that could potentially reduce the overall operating expenses. 20%Creates an engaged work force and safe work environment for assigned staff. Effectively allocates and evaluates department work, determines required staffing levels, and provides leadership and follow through to ensure that services are delivered in a timely, efficient manner. Identifies and implements initiatives aimed at improving engagement and follows through on developmental opportunities. Accepts responsibility for decisions and effective communication. Provides effective and timely human resources management including hiring, firing, training / compliance, annual performance evaluations, and corrective action 25%Assists in the design and implementation of quality improvement and compliance initiatives. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Works with dosimetrists and treatment staff to improve quality and consistency of external beam treatments. Actively participates in the development and implementation of strategic plans, operational goals and objectives, and business initiatives. Demonstrates strategic thinking in planning, implementing and evaluating programs tied to future growth of the clinical operations. Develops and executes short- and long-term goals for the department consistent with established Medical Center goals and objectives. 15%
What It Takes to be Successful
Total CompensationWe offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Required Qualifications:Verbal and written communication skills to explain technical radiation treatment concepts, actively listen, persuade, advise and counselStrong analytical skills to collect and analyze operational dataMust possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust have five (5) years of relevant experienceMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobMedical dosimetry certificationKnowledge of the budgetary process including establishing, maintaining and reporting income, expenses and variancesExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishDemonstrated knowledge and skills in performing external beam radiation treatments and treatment planningBachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceAbility to successfully identify priorities while managing multiple assignments simultaneouslyAbility to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workloadAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Preferred Qualifications:Previous supervisory or practice management experienceKnowledge of the Orange County healthcare marketKnowledge of financial and accounting concepts and practices especially as relates to practice managementKnowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and formsExperience working in a UC and/or union environment
Licenses and Certifications:CMD (Required)Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to Work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
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UCI Health
is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by
U.S. News & World Report
for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.
Your Role on the Team
Position Summary:The incumbent provides direct supervision to dosimetrists and specialists with external beam radiation treatment planning (e.g. External Beam or Brachytherapy). May also include supervision of skilled technical employees and support staff. Works closely with the Medical Center administration and clinic physicians to ensure seamless operation between all activities of the School of Medicine and Medical Center related to directing and evaluating patient care activities, assisting with teaching and research, managing clinical resources, developing and administering operational & capital budgets, and developing & monitoring organizational policy / procedures. As needed, will perform the full range of dosimetry procedures and complex specialized procedures.Essential Job Functions:
The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.Supervises dosimetrists and treatment staff verifying technical soundness and suitability of radiation treatment plans. Ensures treatments conform to University and department policy, regulatory requirements and published practices. Coordinates patient treatments and reviews treatment schedules to ensure optimal workflow and appropriate use of personnel. Ensures coordination and timely completion of treatment plans. Provides insight on quality assurance issues. Monitors staff utilization and productivity. 10%Ensures compliance with all applicable policies/procedures, laws, regulatory agency requirements, Joint Commission standards and HRSA standards if applicable, codes of practice, and organizational work standards (service, quality and safety standards). Effectively develops unit/department operational policies and procedures. Maintains records related to operations and services that are complete, accurate, available and in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. 15%Develops and maintains quality improvement activities and recommends / implements changes as appropriate. Assumes responsibility for implementing programs to positively affect patient satisfaction and quality assurance data, such as meaningful visit, patient access, effective patient communications, satisfaction survey scores, etc. Participates in the collection and evaluation of quality improvement data. Monitors internal controls and seeks to resolve issues in a timely manner. 15%Independently monitors and analyzes financial performance, identifying developing trends in the utilization of space, supplies, staff and / or other resources to ensure the financial success of the department. Effectively flexes staffing to balance budget and units of service. Independently analyzes the usage of funds by source and implements solutions or alternatives that could potentially reduce the overall operating expenses. 20%Creates an engaged work force and safe work environment for assigned staff. Effectively allocates and evaluates department work, determines required staffing levels, and provides leadership and follow through to ensure that services are delivered in a timely, efficient manner. Identifies and implements initiatives aimed at improving engagement and follows through on developmental opportunities. Accepts responsibility for decisions and effective communication. Provides effective and timely human resources management including hiring, firing, training / compliance, annual performance evaluations, and corrective action 25%Assists in the design and implementation of quality improvement and compliance initiatives. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Works with dosimetrists and treatment staff to improve quality and consistency of external beam treatments. Actively participates in the development and implementation of strategic plans, operational goals and objectives, and business initiatives. Demonstrates strategic thinking in planning, implementing and evaluating programs tied to future growth of the clinical operations. Develops and executes short- and long-term goals for the department consistent with established Medical Center goals and objectives. 15%
What It Takes to be Successful
Total CompensationWe offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Required Qualifications:Verbal and written communication skills to explain technical radiation treatment concepts, actively listen, persuade, advise and counselStrong analytical skills to collect and analyze operational dataMust possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned dutiesMust have five (5) years of relevant experienceMust demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the jobMedical dosimetry certificationKnowledge of the budgetary process including establishing, maintaining and reporting income, expenses and variancesExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishDemonstrated knowledge and skills in performing external beam radiation treatments and treatment planningBachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceAbility to successfully identify priorities while managing multiple assignments simultaneouslyAbility to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workloadAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Preferred Qualifications:Previous supervisory or practice management experienceKnowledge of the Orange County healthcare marketKnowledge of financial and accounting concepts and practices especially as relates to practice managementKnowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and formsExperience working in a UC and/or union environment
Licenses and Certifications:CMD (Required)Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to Work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
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