Chief Radiation Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Chief Radiation Therapist

Practice: Spokane Urology

Location: Advanced Radiation and Imaging Centers of Spokane

8775 East Mission Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99212

Position Type: Full-Time | (Monday – Friday)

Compensation: $106,000 – $127,000 / year

Anticipated Training Start Date: October / November 2026

Anticipated Center Opening Date: January 11, 2027

Lead, Innovate, and Shape the Future of Radiation Oncology!

Spokane Urology is excited to announce the upcoming grand opening of the Advanced Radiation and Imaging Center of Spokane in January 2027!

Under the leadership of Shawn Van Horn, Director of Radiation Services , our team is dedicated to fostering a supportive, family-like atmosphere where true teamwork drives patient success. We believe exceptional patient care starts with caring for our staff, which is why we offer a collaborative work environment, strong team camaraderie, and flexible scheduling options to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

In this role, you will work alongside Shawn and a top-tier group of physicians and clinical specialists in a state-of-the-art facility, delivering exceptional, compassionate patient care and advanced diagnostic procedures.

What Makes This Opportunity Exciting?

• Build Your Own Dream Team: Step into a true ground-floor leadership role where you will hire, train, and mentor our radiation therapy staff for the big launch.
• Workweek Schedule: Enjoy standard Monday through Friday scheduling
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with brand-new, modern imaging and radiation oncology systems to deliver state-of-the-art patient treatments.
• Onboarding Lead Time: Paid onboarding and specialized training begin in Late Fall 2026, giving you plenty of runway to feel fully prepared and confident before our Grand Opening on January 11, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Mentorship: Lead, train, and schedule radiation therapy staff while managing department workflows, payroll, and resource allocations.
• Operations & QA Management: Oversee machine maintenance, daily activity capture, and comprehensive department quality assurance protocols.
• Compliance & Policy: Maintain radiation oncology policies in strict alignment with OSHA, HIPAA, CMS, and NRC regulations.
• Clinical Excellence: Construct immobilization devices, operate advanced imaging systems for precise tumor localization, and deliver high-standard treatment plans in collaboration with Radiation Oncologists.
• Carepath & MIPS: Coordinate Carepath physics/dosimetry workflows and oversee RO MIPS reporting to ensure clinical precision and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program; Bachelor’s degree required.
• Certifications: Active ARRT (T) certification and BLS required. Valid Washington State Radiologic Technologist licensure required prior to start date.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of clinical experience as a Radiation Therapist. At least 1 year of supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in EMR systems, treatment planning software, radiation safety principles, and clinical QA procedures.

Why Join Spokane Urology?

• Competitive Pay: $106,000 – $127,000 annually based on experience.
• Flexible Schedule: Full-time hours with schedule flexibility across Monday–Friday (no regular weekend coverage).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid holidays, and generous PTO/sick time accruing from Day 1.
• Unmatched Culture: Join a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation, clinical excellence, and staff success!

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Chief Radiation Therapist will be responsible for training, competency assessment and annual review of the radiation therapist staff. 

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Train, supervise and evaluate the radiation therapy staff and oversee staff schedule.
• Maintain personnel records, monitor vacation, sick and absence of staff, department payroll, employee relations, discipline, and employee resource allocations.
• Daily activity capture review
• Write and update policies and procedures for radiation oncology and be responsible for oversight of treatment machine maintenance.
• Monitor quality assurance activities.
• Oversee Carepath physics and dosimetry as well as RO MIPS under MIPS coordinator.
• Regularly assess the performance of radiation oncology systems and equipment, and other operational aspects of the department, and recommend ways to improve.
• Participate in department growth activities, including new treatment equipment.
• Delegate decision making and tasks consistent with overall management effectiveness.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability in the performance of treatment, assessment, and implementation of the prescribed treatment plan.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the specific conditions, diseases, and treatment therapies for the patient population of the department.
• Recognizes changes in the patients status/condition and reports to appropriate personnel, responding appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocol.
• Utilizes treatment accessories to accurately reproduce the radiation treatment.
• Ensures that all QA procedures are complete and within tolerances before proceeding with patient treatment as outlined in department policies and procedures (any abnormalities/inconsistencies should be reported to the proper authority).
• Works closely with the Radiation Oncologist and therapy team to construct immobilization devices or custom blocking techniques that are conducive to conformal radiation therapy.
• Utilizes sophisticated imaging equipment for precise tumor localization.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management.
• Adhere to and support compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
• Ensure, compliance of the Center, Radiation oncologist and Staff with healthcare regulations, medical laws and high ethical standards.
• Ensure unit maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients, medical staff, and finances.
• Demonstrate cost effectiveness and efficiency in decision making.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist required.
• BLS required.
• Licensure as required by State.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and electronic communication skills in order to maintain an accurate Electronic Medical Record.
• Expertise in the technical aspects of radiation oncology to include simulation and treatment processes to ensure optimal radiation treatment delivery.
• Ability to motivate and coach individuals to improve job performance.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.
• Working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as defined by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies.
• Practices within the Department's policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of billing and coding.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment.
• Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate from an accredited Radiation Therapy program required. Bachelors Degree required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 7 years as a radiation therapist.
• One (1) year of management experience preferred.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%