Radiation Therapist II

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 Therapist II, under the supervision of the Radiation Therapist Supervisor and at the instruction of the department physicians, provides radiation therapy to patients utilizing a variety of radiation equipment. This position will be located at our South Lake Union campus, and float to our community sites as needed. 

 

• Under general supervision, the Radiation Therapist II will perform all of the duties of a Radiation Therapist; regularly assign, instruct and check the work of Radiation Therapist and other assigned staff.
• Has acquired competency in multiple specialized treatment modalities and methods including TotalBody Irradiation, IMRT, IGRT, Fractionated Stereotactic.
• Orient and train Radiation Therapists, other staff members, a variety of students,make recommendations regarding performance evaluations.
• Organize the scheduling of radiation therapy procedures and Radiation Therapist staffing.
• Assist with tumor localization procedures, primary for registration and training for XVI,SurfaceGuidance (where applicable), CTsim and iView.
• Assist with the development and testing of new radiation techniques.
• Ability to schedule patients in Epic when needed.

Required:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Registry eligible and registered within 1 year of employment in Radiation Therapy and Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Washington State License
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize concurrent responsibilities and demands.
• Ability to assess patients' conditions and request assistance when necessary.
• Ability to assist in the movement of patient to and from wheelchairs, carts and radiographic tables

Preferred:

• Leadership equivalent experience a strong plus.
• Proficient in email and word processing systems
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records

 

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.

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $59.85 to $94.59 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

 

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).  

 

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 Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.