Job Description

This position is being recruited for through a secondary applicant tracking system. To be considered for the role, please apply at the following link: Position Details - Academic Personnel & Faculty

The Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a full-time Teaching Associate - Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP or PA-C) with an anticipated start date of January 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in clinical care in a diverse and inclusive academic community.

The selected candidate will be proposed for appointment to the full-time faculty as a Teaching Associate at the University of Washington with an anticipated start date of January 2027 or earlier.  Teaching Associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms.  Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off.

The base salary range for this position will be: $10,834 - $16,834 per month ($130,008 – $202,008 annually) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate’s primary site of practice will be Fred Hutch Sloan Clinic - South Lake Union, with a focus on patients with pelvic malignancies (such as gynecologic, genitourinary, or gastrointestinal cancers), and care coordination for patients undergoing brachytherapy procedures but may be asked to shift work to other UW/FHCC Radiation Oncology sites of practice if the clinical need arises. 

The Radiation Oncology APP is a certified advanced practice provider whose integrated role encompasses both clinical care and education. The ARNP/PA-C functions collaboratively with attending physicians and as a key member of the interdisciplinary oncology team. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced clinical judgment, a high degree of professional autonomy, and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team to deliver exemplary, evidence-based oncology care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive radiation oncology subspecialty care as part of an interdisciplinary team, managing all aspects of care from intake and consult, to on therapy and into surveillance and survivorship.
• Conduct comprehensive physical assessments and ongoing evaluations. Order, interpret and manage laboratory and radiographic studies. Prescribe medications and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Manage acute medical issues that arise during radiation treatment and provide acute symptom guidance for patients on therapy as well as guidance into survivorship for late effects of radiation.
• Collaborate with subspecialists and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care. Facilitate referrals to community agencies and supportive care resources.
• Document all clinical encounters and treatment decisions in accordance with University of Washington Physicians (UWP) standards and compliance requirements for billing.

Qualifications
Applicants for this faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Current valid Washington State license as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Associate (PA-C).
• If ARNP, current Washington State license to practice as a registered nurse.
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Nationally certified ARNP/PA-C.
• Active DEA license.
• Experience working with high-risk patients and clinical teaching experience.
• One or more years’ experience working with complex patients.
• One or more years’ history of effectiveness in working in an interdisciplinary, collaborative team environment as proven through supervisory references.
• Training and/or experience in the provision of outpatient care including initial and ongoing assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and management of patients acutely and in long term follow up.

Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than October 31, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by September 30, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.

Applications should include the following materials:

1.       a cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences

2.       a curriculum vitae

Please also include contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.

Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$130,008.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$202,008.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.