Radiation Oncology Opening in Carroll, IA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Oncology-Radiation
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Carroll, Iowa, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/30/24
Radiation Oncology opening in Iowa
- Located in Carroll, IA; 95m to Des Moines
- Full-time
- Permanent Position
- Must be BE/BC in Radiation Oncology
Position Overview:
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 patients 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.