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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION DETAILS: TITLE: SENIOR RADIATION THERAPIST PROFESSION: RADIATION THERAPY REPORTS TO - OPERATIONALLY: Clinical Team Leaders Treatment/Pre-Treatment PROFESSIONALLY: Professional Leader, Radiation Therapy LOCATION: Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board AUTHORISED BY: Allied Health Director, Cancer and Blood Directorate DATE: August 2016 PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Senior Radiation Therapist is an Allied Health professional responsible for co-ordinating workflow and staffing needs within the areas of Treatment or Pre-Treatment within the relevant clinical team to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. In order to achieve the key accountabilities of the role, the Senior Radiation Therapist will be expected to work in conjunction with Radiation Therapy Clinical Team Leaders, Radiation Therapy Staff and members of the multidisciplinary team whilst demonstrating and modelling a high level of clinical expertise and professionalism. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: CLINICAL AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Maintain clinical workload as dictated by rostered work area Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team Comply with, apply and adhere to all legal requirements according to the Medical Radiation Technologists Board, Code of Ethics and the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (2003) Adhere to ADHB, Directorate and Service clinical policies and procedures LEADERSHIP Provide leadership for their designated rostered work area by co-ordinating staff and creating partnerships to achieve clinical and service goals Ensure the performance of their rostered work area is in line with the unit s operational business plan and ensure that any resource implications are highlighted to the appropriate Team Leader Responsible for leading staff in their specific clinical area in a manner consistent with ADHB s values Assist in the workload distribution applicable to work area Communicate any operational performance requirements that fall within area of responsibility to

2 the appropriate staff individually or collectively to ensure work practices are carried out safely Demonstrate skilled teaching/coaching of students, staff and other healthcare professionals QUALITY IMPROVEMENT Assist in development and maintenance of high quality service delivery in line with operational and strategic direction Contribute to quality improvement activities for the continuous provision of service standards Utilise existing quality structures to identify and resolve clinical and risk management issues Lead/contribute to projects/focus groups as agreed with/delegated by Line Manager Ensure effective management and resource utilisation within the team Participate in evaluation activities to measure the effectiveness of processes and systems Collaborate to implement processes to identify gaps in service provision Recognise that every staff member within ADHB is responsible for ensuring a quality service is provided in their area of expertise HEALTH AND SAFETY Recognise that every staff member within ADHB is responsible in ensuring health and safety of themselves and others ADHB Health and Safety policies are read and understood and relevant procedures applied to own work activities Workplace hazards are identified and reported including self-management of hazards when appropriate Can identify Health and Safety representative for area of work RESEARCH, LEARNING AND AUDIT Participates in clinical audit and research activity that enhances the clinical implementation of evidence-based practice relevant to the department Maintains knowledge of current trends, research and development within the field of Radiation Therapy VALUE DIVERSITY Show sensitivity to cultural complexity in the workforce and patient population Demonstrate culturally competent practice that encompasses a diverse range of beliefs, values and practices Respect, sensitivity and cultural awareness is evident in interpersonal relationships Develop and recommend supportive care initiatives to address differential access to healthcare services for Maori and high needs populations CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Actively engage in own ongoing professional development relevant to the role and scope of practice Take responsibility for own professional development by participating in the ADHB annual performance development process and acting on any agreed learning outcomes as agreed with line manager

3 Authorities: This position has the delegated authority as per the Policy manual. Direct Reports (if applicable): N/A Budget Accountability (if applicable): N/A Relationships: External Internal Committees/Groups Families/whanau and caregivers Radiation Unit Manager (RUM) All appropriate support groups/committees Health providers outside ADHB Professional Leader Radiation Therapist Other Healthcare facilities/providers Clinical Team Leaders Treatment/Education/Pre- Treatment Senior and Specialist Radiation Therapists Staff Radiation Therapists Clinical Tutors and students Medical Staff Physics Team Radiation Oncology Nursing Team Radiation Therapy Admin and Clerical Team Interdisciplinary support personnel

4 PERSON SPECIFICATION Education & Qualifications Essential Desired Professional Recognised tertiary qualification in Radiation Therapy MRTB Registration and Annual Practising Certificate in the scope of Radiation Therapy No conditions on scope of practice Specific Clinical Competencies Knowledge and understanding of the Radiation Therapy environment and the interrelated fields of Planning, Simulation and Treatment Knowledge of contemporary issues in Radiation Therapy Work Experience Minimum 4 years experience in relevant clinical environment Proven success in coordination, clinical oversight and management of clinical processes Ability to use appropriate software and technological applications Professional Development Member of MRTB approved CPD programme Relevant clinical post graduate Master s degree or equivalent Member of NZIMRT or equivalent professional body Ability to participate in focus groups, staff training and education Proven ability to manage operational performance within a multidisciplinary environment

5 CRITICAL COMPETENCIES Competency Description LEADERSHIP Provides effective leadership within their designated work area Demonstrates management of team dynamics Co-ordinates work areas operational needs effectively and efficiently Embraces change and considers wider team and plans appropriately Proposes solutions and works with Team and Team Leaders to provide solutions for work place needs Communicates any operational performance requirements that fall within area of responsibility to the appropriate people Follows and adheres to department guidelines Undertakes and assists with development/projects/research to evolve best practice Demonstrates a high degree of technical skills Displays exemplary clinical judgement Acts decisively and appropriately Has exemplary time management skills Demonstrates core patient skills e.g. manual handling, infection control COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Uses appropriate methods to provide clear and precise communication Demonstrates active listening Gives appropriate and timely feedback Manages competing and fluctuating demands and follows through Encourages and supports all staff Is courteous and considerate towards all staff Displays sensitivity towards patients/whanau/support people Demonstrates situational awareness Role models effective stress management LEARNING AND Acts as a resource for staff in their areas of specialty PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Through coaching, develops the teams knowledge and skill set and seeks support for team members where appropriate Identifies and implements quality improvements in their designated work area and across the service as required Updates relevant protocols to reflect current best practice in their area of expertise Participates in student education, coaching and feedback Ensures own professional development and encourages others Reflects on extent of own competency and communicates when requiring up skilling in a timely manner

6 PROFESSIONALISM Demonstrates a patient and customer service focus Demonstrates professional accountability for their work and behaviour Is solution orientated Supports evidence based practice Takes initiative to make improvements Contributes to quality improvement opportunities Adheres to rostered schedule, is punctual and timely, utilises time effectively TEAMWORK Proactively supports teams and demonstrates teamwork within the service Actively leads decision making processes and ensures team participation Works in partnership with seniors/specialists in the department Performs role as part of the wider team Draws on the team for advice and best practice principles Operates efficiently within the team Works to meet the operational business requirements VALUE DIVERSITY Demonstrates ADHB values; Welcome, Respect, Togetherness, Aim High Understands the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi Ensures equal access for all patients, whanau and support people Respects others as individuals Appreciates insights and ideas of individuals Gives appropriate responses in clinical settings with staff, students and patients/whanau/support people

7 WORKING FOR ADHB EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEES CITIZENSHIP All employees are expected to contribute to the innovation and improvement of Auckland District Health Board as an organisation. This means: Using resources responsibly Models ADHB values in all interactions Maintaining standards of ethical behaviour and practice Meeting ADHB s performance standards Participating in organisation development and performance improvement initiatives Helping to develop and maintain Maori capability in ADHB, including developing our understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and ways in which it applies in our work Raising and addressing issues of concern promptly THE EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIP We have a shared responsibility for maintaining good employer/employee relationships. This means: Acting to ensure a safe and healthy working environment at all times Focusing our best efforts on achieving ADHB s objectives A performance agreement will be reached between the employee and their direct manager and/or professional leader containing specific expectations. CONSUMER/CUSTOMER/STAKEHOLDER COMMITMENT All employees are responsible for striving to continuously improve service quality and performance. This means: Taking the initiative to meet the needs of the consumer/customer/stakeholder Addressing our obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi Involving the consumer/customer/stakeholder in defining expectations around the nature of the services to be delivered and the timeframe Keeping the consumer/stakeholder informed of progress Following through on actions and queries Following up with the consumer/customer/stakeholder on their satisfaction with the services PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT As the business of ADHB develops, the responsibilities and functions of positions may change. All staff are expected to contribute and adapt to change by: Undertaking professional development Applying skills to a number of long and short term projects across different parts of the organisation Undertaking such development opportunities as ADHB may reasonably require