Magee Resource Group has been exclusively retained by UNC REX CANCER CARE to recruit a Director of Radiation Oncology. Magee Resource Group is an experienced Executive Search firm that specializes within Oncology & Research Recruitment and Interim Executive Leadership placement.

POSITION Director of Radiation Oncology

ORGANIZATION UNC REX CANCER CARE

LOCATION Raleigh, NC

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Executive Director, UNC Rex Cancer Care

WEBSITES http://www.rexhealth.com/rh/care-treatment/cancer

THE POSITION

Director of Radiation Oncology, UNC REX Cancer CareThe UNC REX Cancer Care Director of Radiation Oncology is responsible for the operational direction and performance of radiation oncology services in Wake and Johnston Counties. The Director has responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating Departmental functions including:

Budget and financial performance Quality Outcomes Customer service Staff development, performance and training Departmental operational performance

This position works collaboratively with UNC REX Cancer Care physicians, administrative management, Hospital / Health System leadership and co-workers to ensure achievement of Department goals and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Search and Recruitment Interim PlacementCompatibility Assessment

It is expected that all of the duties and responsibilities of this position will be performed in a manner that reflects the values of Rex Healthcare, UNC REX Cancer Care, and the UNC Health System. The Director Radiation Oncology will reflect the vision, values, mission and operating principles of Rex Healthcare and UNC REX Cancer Care and ensure that they are consistently communicated and evident in the provision and delivery of the Department’s services. In addition, the Director will:

Lead by example ensuring the philosophy, mission, vision, quality principles and core values of Rex Healthcare and UNC REX Cancer Care are consistently presented to all customers, associates and the patient community.

Working in conjunction with the Executive Director, the UNC REX Radiation Oncology Physicians and Hospital leadership prepare and implement Department business plans to achieve the strategic, financial and operating targets of the Department and of UNC REX Cancer Care.

Identify and evaluate emerging opportunities and threats to Departmental growth and performance.

Represent the Department and UNC REX Cancer Care on Hospital and Health System committees and work teams as requested.

Function as an advocate for the Department for resource needs. Coordinate the delivery of radiation oncology services across all locations,

emphasizing the consistency of care standards and ensuring clinical and administrative “best practices” are communicated, shared and implemented.

Provide leadership and support in the development of operational practices and systems to improve clinical outcomes.

Monitor Department-specific technology advancements and develop feasibility plans for the acquisition of technology to differentiate UNC REX Cancer Care in the market

Maintain current knowledge of advancements and developments in cancer treatment.

Maintain and strengthen relationships with Department and Cancer Center physicians and jointly develop opportunities for service line growth in the greater Raleigh market.

Create a Departmental culture that focuses on customer service, coworker participation, collaboration, motivation and effective communication.

Ensure the Department meets performance metrics that reflect patient experience, customer service, quality, fiscal responsibility and overall performance.

Expectations for LeadershipThe Director Radiation Oncology will be expected to accomplish several key objectives within the first 12 to 18 months. The following goals represent some of the challenges to be addressed:

Develop personal and professional credibility within the Department, UNC REX Cancer Care, UNC Radiation Oncology and across the Hospital. Gain

respect and build trust with coworkers, physicians and key stakeholders, internally and externally.

Engage Department physicians to ensure a common focus on Departmental and UNC REX Cancer Care objectives to improve outcomes, grow volumes and provide consistent, high quality service to the communities served at each location.

Become a visible and invested member of the UNC REX Cancer Care administrative leadership team serving as an advocate for Radiation Oncology and UNC REX Cancer Care services.

Develop a high performing team. Evaluate existing Department talent and structure and identify and champion high potential members and make recommendations for an organization structure to achieve those goals. Develop others through coaching, mentoring, on-the-job training and use of development programs. Utilize effective communications, recognition and delegation to create conditions where coworkers are highly motivated and committed to accomplishing Department goals. Handle performance issues with respect for others, but take appropriate and timely corrective action when needed.

Serve as a role model for and champion of service excellence. Lead innovation and change: Create an environment where others feel free

to initiate change and take calculated risks. Proactively act to reduce resistance to change. Lead by setting a personal example of excellence.

Essential Skills / AttributesThe ideal candidate for the Director Radiation Oncology position will possess significant experience leading radiation oncology services in a large, preferably multi-site, environment.

The Director will possess: Proven track record and experience leading large, clinical and administrative

workforces Excellent physician relations skills and previous experience in similar

departmental leadership role Skills in the complete range of strategic leadership activities including

financial analysis, contract negotiations and ongoing management of operational resource (vendor) relationships

Proven ability to manage the financial and capital resources of a department of this size and scope

Strong understanding of healthcare revenue cycle processes (billing, coding, payer contracting, etc.)

Ability to lead both tactically (day to day operations) and strategically (see the big picture)

Strong radiation oncology technology knowledge base

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and demonstrated track record in effective communication style (i.e., knowing when, what and how to communicate)

Tactful, Self-aware Strong attention to detail Outstanding work ethic

Desired Skills / Attributes Training /experience as a Radiation Therapist, Dosimetrist or Physicist Strong revenue cycle experience and expertise. Highly knowledgeable in

radiation oncology billing and reimbursement Previous leadership experience in a similar radiation oncology operation

THE CLIENT

UNC REX Cancer CareUNC REX Cancer Care combines community-based care with world-class innovation to provide treatment uniquely tailored to the patient’s needs. As North Carolina’s first nationally recognized Comprehensive Community Cancer Center, the facility provides expert care in several locations across the Triangle.

UNC REX Cancer Care is accredited by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program and by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) as a Comprehensive Breast Center.

The facility has earned the Commission on Cancer’s Outstanding Achievement Award, which is only awarded to a select group of cancer centers nationwide.

The hospital works in partnership with physicians from UNC Cancer Care to provide access to clinical trials and highly specialized treatment for more complicated cases.

Physicians are board-certified and fellowship-trained.

About UNC REX Cancer Care

Accreditations American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancero Comprehensive Community Cancer Program Designationo First in NC and continuously accredited for over 25 years

National Accreditation program for Breast Centers (NAPBC)o Pilot Site and 1st in Wake County-now 8th year

Joint Commission Accreditation for Hospitals Magnet Designated Hospital - American Nurses Credentialing Center

Key Metrics Over 2,500 New Cancers diagnosed annually Over 32,000 Chemotherapy Treatments annually Over 27,000 Radiation Treatments annually 5 Medical Oncology Sites of service across Wake County 5 Radiation Oncology Sites of service across Wake & Johnston Counties

o 7 Linear Accelerators

Medical Staff Rex Hematology Oncology Associateso 16 Board Certified Medical Oncologists -5 Locationso Adjunct Faculty UNC School of Medicine, Division of Hem Onc

Rex Radiation Oncology:o 8 Board Certified Radiation Oncologists-5 Locationso Faculty UNC Dept Radiation Oncology

Rex Surgical Specialists, Division of Surgical Oncologyo 2 Board Certified General Surgical Oncologistso 4 Board Certified Breast Surgeonso 2 Board Certified Thoracic Surgeons

GYN Oncology:o 4 Board Certified Gynecologic Oncologistso Faculty UNC Dept GYN Oncology

Comprehensive Care

Multidisciplinary Case Conferences 12 Specialty Certified Advanced Practitioners Certified Cancer Tumor Registry Two Certified Genetic Counselors Clinical Research Trials in conjunction with UNC Lineberger Cancer Community Outreach & Education Programs Nurse Navigation: Breast (4), GI (2) Thoracic (2) Nutrition Assessment and Care ONS Chemotherapy & OCN Certified Nurses Patient Financial Counseling services Psychosocial Assessment and Care Multiple Support Groups

THE LOCATION

Raleigh, NC

Raleigh may be quiet about the fact that it's leading in most recent quality-of-life rankings, but the fact is, Raleigh is an amazing place to live. You'll feel enriched and energized the instant you're warmly welcomed by its smart, savvy locals. Raleigh's bright minds head top-tier technology, education and life science institutions; its artists create a bevy of cultural and culinary touchstones; and its storytellers proudly carry on the collective heritage of a rich, historic capital city. 

Invigorate your senses by sampling the many flavors of cutting-edge Southern cuisine enhanced by artisan craft brews and spirits. Get your toes tapping to the sounds of emerging music and bands, as well as rollicking bluegrass festivals and more. Discover gifts and treasures from local boutiques, including many handmade and custom designs for truly eclectic finds.

Raleigh is the capital of the state of North Carolina, the seat of Wake County in the United States. Raleigh is known as the "City of Oaks" for its many oak trees, which line the streets in the heart of the city.[6] The city covers a land area of 142.8 square miles (370 km2). The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population as 451,066 as of July 1, 2015.[3] It is also one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.

Raleigh is home to numerous cultural, educational, and historic sites. The Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Raleigh features three theater venues and serves as the home for the North Carolina Symphony and the Carolina Ballet. Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek is a large music amphitheater located in southeast Raleigh. Museums in Raleigh include the North Carolina Museum of Art in West Raleigh, as well as the North Carolina Museum of History and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences located next to each other near the State Capitol in Downtown Raleigh. Several major universities and colleges call Raleigh home, including North Carolina State University, the largest public university in the state, and Shaw University, the first historically black university in the American South and site of the foundation of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, an important civil rights organization of the 1960s. One U.S. president, Andrew Johnson, was born in Raleigh.

Like much of the southeastern United States, Raleigh has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are short and generally cool, with a January daily average of 41.0 °F. Precipitation is well distributed around the year, with a slight maximum between July and September. Summers have a daily average in July of 80.0 °F. Raleigh receives an average of 6.0 inches of snow in winter. http://www.raleighnc.gov

SchoolsWake County Public School Systemhttp://www.wcpss.net

Private Schools http://www.privateschoolreview.com/north-carolina/wake-county

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