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. 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.
Under the general direction of the Physical Therapy Supervisor, the Physical Therapist is responsible for clinical duties in the physical therapy department. The Physical Therapist effectively treats a wide variety of oncology diagnoses as well as other types of patients treated at Fred Hutch Cancer Center. Besides clinical duties, the Physical Therapist is responsible for maintaining thorough documentation of services to patients and also serves as a clinical resource to all Fred Hutch departments and clinicians. Facilitates referrals to internal and community resources as appropriate.
Responsibilities Evaluating, planning and administering treatment to Fred Hutch patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systemsAdministering and interpreting tests and measurements of muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiencyInstructing patients and their caregivers/families in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and other equipment or devicesMaintaining patient documentation, including writing initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, home programs, and insurance authorization requirementsDevising special tools and treatment methods for the specific needs of each patient servedEvaluating treatment goals and progress towards these goalsServing as a clinical resource for all Fred Hutch departments and cliniciansCompleting other duties as assigned by Physical Therapy Supervisor to meet the mission of the department, which may include educational lectures, student instruction, networking to other clinical services, volunteer supervision, process improvement activities, and/or quality improvement projectsIn addition to the primary responsibilities included in the Job Description for Physical Therapist I, a Physical Therapist II will also have at least two of the following responsibilities:Will provide content expertise in patient education, staff education, or marketing related to oncology physical therapy for at least two projects per yearCreate, review, and/or revise a clinical protocol of a specific oncology population or side effect from treatmentSupervise at least one student in clinical rotation, provide mentorship to other clinicians, or supervise physical therapy volunteersProvide regular assistance in onboarding and training of new staff members QualificationsRequired:
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy programMaster's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy programAt least 3 years of relevant clinical physical therapy experienceWA State Physical Therapy License (or meet DOH criteria for the Physical Therapist Compact Privilege)Certified Lymphedema TherapistDemonstrates behaviors that are consistent with Fred Hutch's Mission and ValuesFollows organizational and departmental policies and proceduresDisplays excellent customer service and relations skillsCommunicates concisely and effectively, both orally and written, with co-workers, physicians, patients, and caregiversAbility to promote and maintain excellent interpersonal relationshipsAbility to demonstrate flexibility, attention to detail, and work under pressureAbility to adapt to rapidly changing and stressful situations including balancing the need for quality of work with the need to respond to workloadAbility to take initiative in identifying and resolving problems and participating in making improvements for the purpose of improving quality of care and servicesAbility to be proactive, use strategic thinking and sound judgment to accomplish tasksAccepts responsibility for all aspects of the positionDemonstrates ability to work independently to perform job duties and refers appropriate questions and/or decisions to their supervisorWorks well with team members toward a common purpose; reinforces the efforts and goals of the work group; and supports the team's decision regardless of individual viewpointDemonstrates flexibility in schedule and assignments in order to meet the needs of the departmentImproves productivity through proper time managementSeeks feedback from customers and team members in order to identify and improve processes and outcomesDemonstrates excellent organizational skills with ability to handle multiple demands with a high work volumeAbility to accept change readily and modify behavior when needed, including meeting confrontation or criticism without reacting on a personal levelExpands job-related knowledge and skills to improve performanceAbility to accurately and consistently evaluate and interpret diagnostic testsAbility to assess patient condition when appropriate and request assistance when necessaryMaintains physical therapy documentation accurately and manages scheduling needsMaintains and utilizes supplies in a cost effective mannerEstablishes and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situationsRecognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures, and administers first aid as neededPractices appropriate infection prevention procedures to prevent cross-contamination to patients, caregivers, and staffPreferred:
Experience in providing physical therapy to general oncology/hematology and bone marrow /stem cell transplant patientsLymphedema training and/or experienceAPTA Certified Clinical InstructorAPTA Oncology Clinical Specialist CertificationAssists in the training and orientation of department and other employees, students, and volunteersDemonstrates ability to provide physical therapy focused educational lectures to various audiencesDemonstrates ability and willingness to mentor and instruct physical therapy students in a clinical settingThe hourly pay range for this position is from $46.90 to $74.11 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
0.50 FTE 20 hours Weekly - Variable Wed through Friday (Firdays are mandatory)
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).