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.

As the Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, you will be a key leader responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight to the South Lake Union (SLU) outpatient clinical services. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer of Fred Hutch, your primary focus will be on delivering high-quality patient care, promoting clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative and patient-centered environment. Working closely with the clinical executive leadership team, you will shape the vision for SLU outpatient services, drive clinic operational efficiency and look for ways to improve clinician productivity and efficiency.

It is expected that 50% of the incumbent’s efforts will be devoted to the administrative duties outlined below, with the other 50% going towards clinical service.

This role will have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely. Most Fred Hutch jobs require some on-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area.

Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership:

• Provide medical oversight, guidance, and leadership to all SLU based outpatient clinics within Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care and services.
• Collaborate with clinic leadership, disease clinical directors, and clinical staff to develop and implement evidence-based clinical protocols, polices, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a strong outpatient clinical presence, actively engaging with all clinical teams to stay informed about the needs and challenges of the outpatient clinics.
• Interface with EPIC/IT support and work to develop solutions to improve provider efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity.

Strategic Planning and Development:

• Work with the CMO and other members of the executive leadership team to develop and execute a strategic plan for outpatient clinics that aligns with the organization's mission and goals.
• Identify opportunities to enhance outpatient services, improve patient access, and improve the patient experience through innovative programs and initiatives.

Quality and Patient Safety:

• Champion a culture of patient safety and quality in the SLU outpatient clinics, overseeing the implementation of evidence-based practices and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Monitor and analyze clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction data, identifying areas for improvement and implementing performance improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with Quality and Patient Safety teams to develop and maintain a robust quality assurance program for SLU outpatient clinics.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration among clinical teams to enhance patient care delivery and staff engagement.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an MD/DO degree (or foreign equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years’ practicing medicine.
• Must be board certified in an oncology subspecialty (or foreign equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years oncology experience.
• Must be licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the state of Washington.
• Demonstrated success in leading and facilitating groups of physicians in both the community and an academic medical center setting.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, and refining quality assurance/utilization management programs.
• Promotes a team focused approach to care.
• Exhibits empathy, humility and compassion.
• Demonstrates strong listening skills.
• Ability to build internal and external relationships with trust and credibility.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to influence others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in healthcare administration or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Must have medical leadership experience in process improvement, IT implementation or clinic/inpatient leadership.

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 $337,150 to $592,920 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for relocation assistance and 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 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 Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.