Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit, unified adult cancer care and research center that is clinically integrated with UW Medicine, a world leader in clinical care, research and learning. The first National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in the Pacific Northwest, Fred Hutch's global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy, and COVID-19 vaccines has confirmed our reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

The Radiation Therapist Supervisor supervises all Radiation Therapist I, II, and IIIs in the Radiation Oncology department. This person works closely with the Manager of the department to ensure staffing, policies and procedures and preventative maintenance are appropriate and/or updated.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $5000.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate the work of Radiation Therapists
• Work collaboratively with department managers and administrators to create a patient-centric cancer treatment program.
• Schedule, lead and maintain minutes from regular monthly meetings that include Radiation Therapists and provide a consistent flow of information between the technical staff, the department, and the medical center.
• Maintain current Radiation Therapy Procedure Books that describe treatment procedures reflecting national as well as SCCA care standards.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures for Radiation Therapists concerning documentation, patient and staff scheduling, billing and information flow.
• Interview and hire Radiation Therapists according to departmental needs and within budget restraints.
• Develop and maintain a staffing schedule that provides optimal staffing for daily operations inthe treatment area and prioritizes patient safety.
• Maintain expertise in all treatment areas and provide technical coverage as necessary tomaintain daily operations.
• Maintain excellent communication with all co-workers.
• Monitor and schedule ongoing staff development through appropriate continuing education courses.
• Orient new Radiation Therapy staff to departmental procedures and protocols. Ensure training and satisfactory staff performance levels on newly acquired equipment.
• Perform annual reviews of staff that allow for a positive and instructional evaluation of staff performance in accordance with Washington State laws.
• Perform peer evaluations of other supervisors, and managers as required.
• Exercise consistent fiscal efficiency and make a positive contribution to the overall Cancer Center budget.
• Maintain exemplary personal and professional performance standards.
• Assist in the selection of costly equipment by providing a careful review of specifications essential to meet both technological needs and standards of patient care.
• Attend departmental and medical center management meetings.
• Review billing procedures and charge capture for the treatment areas taking primary responsibility for timely and accurate submission of all charges.
• Work on treatment units 20% of time.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy
• Registered in Radiation Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Washington State License Required
• Minimum of 5+ years as a Radiation Therapist, supervisory experience a strong plus
• Must be able to lift, carry and push up to 45 pounds
• Strong communication skills and the ability to foster a team environment required

SCCA has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, and there are no exceptions for any employee who is patient-facing and/or requires access to SCCA facilities.

Exceptions exist only for employees whose positions are fully remote, with no required access to campus. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees requiring access to campus must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.