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Job Description Physician centered Texas non-profit Health System seeks 3 Oncologists - Hematology / Oncology Physicians to work in Longview Texas , 1 hour 45 mins east of Dallas Texas! Anna 843-297-4123 Come build a Oncology program for a wonderful nonprofit! If you want to build something awesome and be on the 'ground floor', this is the role for you! We are hiring 4 Oncologists in the next 6 months! Beautiful campus, with a large referral base of 200 providers! Brand new, 32 infusion bays with natural light, up against the lush east Texas forest! The extensive package contains: Hematologist/Oncologist • $700000.00 base salary , Potential to bonus above after the first year., • Sign-On $100000.00, • Conversion factor after guarantee $95, • APC Supervision $750 a month per FTE, • 100% paid Malpractice and tail, • Retirement funding with % match, • Relo and SignOn $ Bonus, • Student Loan Repayment at $125k ($25k per year) - if eligible, • Medical-health, Dental- and Vision 100% paid, • Over 1 month off per year, paid!! Bread and Butter Hematologist/Oncologist Role: • 30% Hematology/70-80% Oncology, • servicing 2 hospitals, with a large referral base of 200 providers, • beautiful campus, great public schools, • EPIC EMR, • Small inpatient floor with a large hospitalist team, • 425 bed, Level 3 trauma center Nonprofit faith based system: • A faith-based, not-for-profit organization, • 2018 Acclaim Award Winner- #1 physician group in the Nation, • The area’s preferred multi-specialty medical group, • Over 800 physicians and advance practice providers representing 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations throughout Northeast Texas, • A physician-led group with its own board of directors, • Big Texas Health System pays great overall compensation package. Hematologist / Oncologist • BC/BE Hematology / Oncology, • open to H1B visa candidates The Area: with 83,000 people Longview offers a low cost of living compared to many other Texas cities, making it attractive for families and retirees. The city has a strong sense of community and Southern hospitality, where neighbors often know each other by name. With beautiful parks, nearby lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities, Longview is great for those who enjoy nature and a relaxed lifestyle. It boasts a growing job market in healthcare, manufacturing, and education, along with a solid infrastructure for small business growth. Longview’s excellent schools and family-friendly environment make it an ideal place to raise children.

Job Description Kerrville Cancer Center Radiation Therapist Job Description Job Title: Full Time Staff Radiation Therapist General Summary of Duties: Radiation therapists are highly skilled members of the cancer management team. They are responsible for accurately recording, interpreting and administering the treatment prescribed by radiation oncologists. During treatment, therapists help physicians use imaging or CT scans to localize and outline anatomical areas requiring treatment. Radiation therapists have continual contact with patients for the course of their treatment, educating them about treatment and simulation procedures and potential radiation side effects. Monitoring and observing each patient's clinical progress and emotional needs also are part of the therapist's daily routine. The therapist, as a member of the health care team, refers patients to physicians, nurses or social service professionals when necessary. Supervisor: Immediate Supervisor - Clinic Manager Also Reports to Radiation Oncologist, Upper Management/Owner, Contract Physics and Contract Billing Service Works in a team manner with Nursing, Receptionist and Maintenance Supervisory Responsibilities: None Major Responsibilities/Tasks: • Accurately documents details of treatment procedures and maintains daily treatment records, • Performs daily and periodic quality assurance equipment checks on CT, Bat Ultrasound, Linac 2100, and Varian iX, • Takes a weekly quality assurance film, • Administers therapy treatments in the delivery of a planned course of treatment to adult patients. Monitors, and reports, undesirable effects, reactions, therapeutic responses and incompatibilities. Monitors doses to normal tissues within the treatment field to assure that tolerance levels are not exceeded, • Operates and understands the function of equipment, accessories, treatment methods and protocols and applies such knowledge appropriately, • Simulates a course of treatment by defining and identifying tumor volume, target volume and treatment volume as directed and prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist, • Following simulation scans consent, places patient on treatment schedule/ new start list, QCLs physics chart checks, downloads photos, and creates treatment chart, • Coordinates treatment schedule with patients. This includes start date, daily treatment times, and any changes due to patient or clinic needs., • Once treatment plan is complete approves fields in Mosaiq, creates treatment wave, schedules treatment and fields in RO Treat, scans plan and places in physical treatment chart, • Keeps up to date boost list for Physics in Google Drive, • QCLs the Radiation Oncologist of any boost plans needing approval the day prior to starting, • Performs weekly chart checks, • Constructs and/or prepares immobilization devices, beam directional devices and treatment accessories, which facilitate treatment delivery, • Once patients complete treatment performs treatment completion summary, QCL treatment completion summary for the Radiation Oncologist and Physics, changes Mosaiq status to complete, breaks down vac-loc bag and cleans to be reused, • Checks treatment and CT/SIM patient charges daily, • Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner., • Provides on-call duty, as required, • Provides patient and family with education as needed, • Maintains a professional and compassionate attitude towards patients, • Works with co-workers in a collaborative manner to ensure quality treatment of the whole patient - physically, mentally, and emotionally, • Orders therapy supplies such as masks, radiographic markers, vac-loc bags, vac-loc accessories and film, • Informs nurse and the Radiation Oncologist of any significant changes in patient’s condition, • Reports to Physics and LINAC and CT/SIM Maintenance Contractor(s) any problems with the LINAC and CT/SIM, • Cross trains to cover nursing and front desk duties, • Maintains the monthly community information board and table materials, • When possible, assists in keeping the spirit of the Cancer Center cheerful by putting out seasonal decorations in the lobby and entrance, • Practices appropriate personal safety measure with regard to lifting, exposure to body fluids, hazardous materials, and radiation safety, • Complies with HIPAA law and all other applicable medical workplace laws Degree or Certification from JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program. ARRT certified and active Texas license. Experience One year experience in a treatment setting preferred but not required. Performance Requirements: Knowledge: • Knowledge of the practice’s policies and procedures., • Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance practices., • Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation for effective communication., • Knowledge of computer programs and applications used in the practice., • Knowledge of EMR’s., • Knowledge of the human anatomy and physiology., • Knowledge of medical privacy laws and the strict adherence to patient privacy with regard to their medical information., • Knowledge of the different types of cancer and their treatments., • Skill in using treatment equipment., • Skill in forming immobilization devices., • Skill in making cerrobend treatment blocks., • Skill in using body mechanics to setup patients for treatment., • Skill in written and verbal communication., • Skill in handling/lifting patients to minimize the potential for Staff injuries., • Ability to work effectively as a team member with the physician and other staff., • Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems., • Ability to interpret and understand insurance benefits and reimbursement., • Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands., • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively., • Ability to communicate clearly., • Ability to work with little supervision., • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public., • Ability to work with compassion and patience with people who are facing a very serious medical condition and their families., • Ability to keep all patient information in the strictest of confidence. Work Environment: Position is in a well-lighted comfortable office environment. Position is Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work, normally only if machine has gone down and patients need to be rescheduled - very rare. Varied activities including sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting. Mental and Physical Requirements: Involves walking or standing approximately 60 percent of the day, sitting the remainder. A Radiation Therapist assists patients in getting on to the treatment table and adjusting them for alignment purposes. This requires the ability to lift or move up to 75-100 lbs. May require working under stressful conditions or emotional situations. This description is intended to provide only the basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as the practice’s needs evolve. Regular and predictable attendance and a professional appearance as well as a teamwork attitude and excellent attitude of customer service is an essential function of every job within our office.