Radiation Oncology Manager

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. 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.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

 

The Radiation Oncology Manager is accountable to independently lead departmental functions within the framework of the department and overall SCCA goals, policies and procedures. This position requires expertise in the areas of Radiation Oncology, independent judgment, initiative, and ability to lead a cross-functional team toward successful achievement of departmental goals, all without detailed working procedures.

 

Responsibilities

• Manage the operating budget(s), while remaining within the staffing levels, flexed for the volume of departmental activity; manages expenditures for consumables, and maintenance of equipment.
• Directs daily activities of the Radiation Oncology department to achieve operational goals in most efficient manner possible.
• Determines operational strategies for Radiation Oncology department by conducting needs assessments, performance reviews, capacity planning, and cost/benefit analyses; identifying and evaluating state-of-the-art technologies; establishing technical specifications; contributing information and analysis to organizational strategic plans and reviews.
• Maintains and improves department operations by monitoring system performance; identifying and resolving problems; preparing and completing action plans; completing system audits and analyses; managing system and process improvement and quality assurance programs; installing upgrades.
• Understands quality, safety and compliance issues and other relevant regulations as they apply to Radiation Oncology and requirements for staff.
• Accomplishes objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; administering scheduling systems; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in Radiation Oncology; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Ensures that the physical facilities, equipment and supplies which are required to carry out effective patient care and create an optimum physical environment are maintained as required
• Communicates openly and in a timely manner with the administrative team to inform them of operational issues, seeks administrative input; and maintains professional dialogue when appropriate.
• Develops and fosters a culture that promotes recognition of individual, team and department-wide accomplishments. Actively recognizes individuals for good performance and uses each opportunity as an example for the staff.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS in health care sciences or related field
• 3-5 years of supervisory or lead experience
• Clinical licensure or certification related to Radiation Oncology clinical services is required (Eg. ARRT -RT(T) or Registered Nurse).
• Demonstrated expertise in Radiation Oncology clinical services
• Ability to lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary groups to solve problems
• Ability to relate to medical staff, managers, employees, and others to win their confidence and establish support.
• Systems thinking. Ability to quickly and accurately understand organizational culture, systems, processes, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Demonstrated skills in information management principals, clinical data analysis interpretation and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and concisely to a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency in use of standard office computer software programs, equipment and clinical information systems.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree
• Management experience in a Radiation Oncology Setting
• CPR/BLS certification
• Budget development and management
• Revenue cycle familiarity
• Ability to motivate and lead a cross functional team, both those under direct supervision and affiliates
• Ability to work with technical vendors to support the needs of the organization
• Demonstrated experience coordinating services across multiple sites of care

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment. A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists

The annual base salary range for this position is from $129,363.00 to $204,477.00, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 

 

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). 

Our Commitment to DiversityWe 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.Employment Type: FULL_TIME