Head of Treatment - Radiation Therapy (Level 4 Grade 2) - Perm FT
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- Successful completion of a degree in Medical Radiation Technology or equivalent qualification recognised by the AHPRA. Holder of a Statement of Accreditation and registration with AHPRA. Eligible to hold a NSW EPA Radiation Licence and can demonstrate evidence of working at a level 4 grade 1 Radiation Therapist.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including the capacity to promote initiative within a group, being self-motivated and self-directed to supervise,
educate, train and objectively assess Radiation Therapists and student RT's in current and new practice and technologies and provide advice to remedy deficiencies in knowledge and skills. - Demonstrated high level of understanding of Radiation Therapy QA and Radiation Safety principles and practices with proven experience with high energy linear accelerators with electron capabilities and multileaf collimation (MLC), experience with electronic and surface guided verification imaging, and
experience with treatment planning systems with CT interface. Experience and proven ability to implement and provide clinical support in areas including SABR, SRS, motion management and orthovoltage/superficial treatment delivery. - Can demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of radiation therapy treatment and verification imaging processes and provide evidence of active participation in some form of treatment activities, development, auditing, etc.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both spoken and written including the ability to clearly communicate complex issues to all levels of radiation therapy staff and the MDT team; as well as the ability to relate to patients, visitors, the various staff groups within the hospital and vendors as required
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