Robert Weinacker, M.D. Radiation Oncologist Work Values

Daily Duties at Robert Weinacker, M.D. Radiation Oncologist:

As Medical Director, I was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Department of Radiation Oncology and was accountable for planning, organizing and directing the Department to ensure that quality patient care was provided and that the financial integrity of the Department was maintained. I ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations as well as all policies and procedures set forth by the Governing Board and Medical Staff, and by those required by Joint Commission standards. I was responsible for creating an environment and culture that enabled the Department to fulfill its mission by meeting or exceeding its goals, conveying the hospital mission to all staff, holding staff accountable for performance, motivating staff to improve performance, recognizing and rewarding performance, and being responsible for the operation of measurement, assessment and improvement of the Department's performance. Responsibilities also included delivering excellent medical care to cancer patients by using cutting edge technology and equipment and leading a team of motivated and experienced staff including: 2 Dosimetrists, one Medical Physicist, 4 Radiation Therapists, 2 support staff and one Departmental Administrator. Excellent care was delivered to the patients by making sure the daily quality assurance radiation readings on the treatment machines were accurate and that patients were scheduled in a timely manner. I reviewed all of the daily treatment set-ups and verification scans and films to ensure the accuracy of the radiation treatment fields. As Medical Director, I was responsible to the President of our company for organization and coordination of the clinical functions which were fundamental to the conduct of the Department of Radiation Oncology's operations. I periodically met with the President of our company and with the CEO of the hospital to discuss how we could improve the cancer center in regards to developing medical practice delivery. I reviewed Budgets and expenses and approved purchases for the Department. I reviewed statistics on referral patterns and instituted plans to increase referrals. I was responsible for budgets and staffing of the Radiation Oncology Department as well as Quality Assurance and patient satisfaction. I interacted with other Departments in the Hospital and with hospital administration.

What they like about Robert Weinacker, M.D. Radiation Oncologist:

You highly value a work environment built on a formal structure, rules, and regulations. You do not enjoy the unpredictability of shifting priorities and deadlines that upset your routine. You require and enjoy direction, input and accountability as part of your work environment. You have a strong need to participate in making key decisions and feel left out if your superiors or co-workers do not seek your input when making decisions. You thrive on providing good customer service to both internal or external customers, and doing so makes you feel good.

Tags

Healthcare CEO, Chief Medical Officer, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Oncology, Medical Patents, Medical Devices, Life Sciences, Medical Business, Military Special Operations, Radiation, Radiation Oncology, Health Law Attorney, Patent Attorney, Board of Directors, Board of Advisors

Skills

Healthcare, Biotechnology, Oncology, Patents-Intellectual Property, Health Law, Research, Pharmaceutical Industry, Affordable Care Act (Obama Care), Contract Negotiation

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