POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION DETAILS: TITLE: STAFF RADIATION THERAPIST PROFESSION: RADIATION THERAPY REPORTS TO - OPERATIONALLY: Clinical Team Leaders Treatment/Pre-Treatment/Education PROFESSIONALLY: Professional Leader, Radiation Therapy LOCATION: Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board AUTHORISED BY: Allied Health Director, Cancer and Blood Directorate DATE: November 2017 PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Staff Radiation Therapist is an Allied Health professional providing accurate and efficient provision of Radiation Therapy to ensure that all patients receive the best possible care. In order to achieve the key accountabilities of the role, the Staff Radiation Therapist will be expected to work in conjunction with Radiation Therapy Clinical Team Leaders, Senior and Specialist 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 Assist in ensuring the performance of their designated work area is in line with the unit s operational business plan and ensure that any resource implications are highlighted to the appropriate Senior/Team Leader Participate in the provision of all aspects of Radiation Therapy planning and delivery in line with ADHB values. Communicate any operational performance requirements that fall within area of responsibility to the appropriate staff individually or collectively to ensure work practices are carried out safely Demonstrate teaching/coaching of students, staff and other healthcare professionals as appropriate
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT 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 Contributes to projects/focus groups as agreed with/delegated by Line Manager 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 within 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 direct report Authorities: This position has the delegated authority as per the Policy manual. Direct Reports (if applicable): Budget Accountability (if applicable): N/A N/A
Relationships: External Internal Committees/Groups Families/Whanau and caregivers Radiation Unit Manager (RUM) Appropriate support groups/committees Health providers outside ADHB Professional Leader Radiation Therapist Other healthcare facilities Clinical Team Leaders Pre- Treatment/Treatment/Ed ucation Clinical Tutors and students Senior and Specialist Radiation Therapists Staff Radiation Therapists Medical staff Physics team Radiation Oncology Nursing Team Radiation Therapy Administration and Clerical team Interdisciplinary support personnel
PERSON SPECIFICATION Education & Qualifications Essential Desired Professional Recognised tertiary qualification in Radiation No conditions on scope of practice Therapy Member of NZIMRT or MRTB registration and Annual Practising Certificate in the scope of Radiation Therapy equivalent professional body Specific clinical competencies Knowledge and understanding of the radiation therapy environment and the interrelated fields of simulation, planning & treatment Knowledge of contemporary issues in radiation therapy Professional Development Member of MRTB approved CPD programme CRITICAL COMPETENCIES Competency COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Description Encourages and supports other staff Is courteous and considerate towards other staff Displays sensitivity towards patients and their relatives/whanau Demonstrates active listening Is able to deal with stress appropriately LEARNING AND PROFESSIONAL Effectively coaches and assists colleagues develop skills and update their knowledge DEVELOPMENT Gives appropriate and considerate feedback Participates in student coaching and feedback Ensures own professional development Reflects on own extent of competency PROFESSIONALISM Demonstrates a patient and customer focus Demonstrates professional accountability for their work and behaviour Is solution orientated Supports evidence based practice Utilises existing protocols to identify and resolve issues Takes initiatives to make improvements Contributes to quality improvement opportunities Adheres to rostered schedule, is punctual and timely, utilises time effectively TEAMWORK Operates efficiently within the team Displays initiative and communicates effectively
Actively participates in decision making processes Draws on the team for advice and best practice principles Performs role as part of the wider team e.g. treatment, planning, multidisciplinary groups Works to meet operational business requirements Works at the level appropriate for years of experience VALUE DIVERSITY Understands the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi Displays cultural sensitivity Appreciates insights and ideas of all individuals and works effectively with these differences Demonstrates ADHB values; Welcome, Respect, Together, Aim High
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