Associate Manager, Radiation Therapy, Arthur Child

Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) is seeking an exceptional, forward‑thinking, and driven leader to serve as Associate Manager, Radiation Therapy (AMRT). In this crucial role, you will help shape the future of cancer care for patients and staff at the state‑of‑the‑art Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary. Reporting to the Manager of Radiation Therapy, the AMRT will provide both clinical and operational leadership-advancing timely access to care, strengthening workforce models, and championing innovative service delivery while guiding a progressive multidisciplinary team in alignment with CCA’s strategic direction and our commitment to high‑quality, patient‑ and family‑centred care. You will oversee daily operations, manage human and financial resources and lead contracted service partnerships with a continuous focus on quality, safety, and performance improvement. The AMRT collaborates closely with Radiation Oncology, Nursing, Medical Physics, Radiation Safety, Research and Clinical Trials to support seamless, integrated care. This is an ideal opportunity for an emerging healthcare leader who is passionate about advancing radiation therapy services, supporting staff development and integrating evidence‑based practices within a dynamic environment. You will also contribute to and benefit from the evolution of Canada’s newest comprehensive cancer centre, designed to support staff, elevate research, foster innovation, enhance the patient experience and deliver world‑class cancer treatment. Joining our team means stepping into a light‑filled Radiation Therapy department within a modern facility built for the future, offering cutting‑edge technology, expanded capacity and a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to influence cancer care for Albertans.

Reporting to the Manager, Radiation Therapy, the Associate Manager, Radiation Therapy at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre plays a key clinical leadership role in the planning and delivery of Radiation Therapy services. This position is responsible for providing direction, team leadership, and organizational oversight for the Radiation Therapy Department, aligned with the vision, mission, and business plan of Cancer Care Alberta (CCA). The Associate Manager makes department-level and service-specific decisions, in consultation with the Manager when appropriate, and directly leads initiatives that support the goals of the Radiation Therapy Department, Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, and CCA. The role involves building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. With a focus on quality and safety, the Associate Manager oversees program and discipline-specific supervision, quality improvement, fiscal management, program development, and staff and student education. Additionally, in collaboration with the management team at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, the Associate Manager - Radiation Therapy leads projects and daily operations, with accountability across people and change management, operational leadership, resource and risk management, relationship building, and strategic planning. Please note this role will be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses in line with Cancer Care Alberta policies.

Baccalaureate in a healthcare or related field. Combinations of clinical leadership in a fast-paced patient centric environment with business, HR or operational focus/training will also be considered.

Proven communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Self-directed, proactive and highly motivated. Analytical, organizational, planning, teaching, decision-making, and financial management skills. Positive, creative perspective, high energy to support and motivate staff toward broader provincial initiatives. Demonstrated capability to work within a multidisciplinary team, and to manage with a collaborative and flexible approach. Practical experience in strategic planning, project and program management. Experience and in-depth understanding of health care systems, change management, quality improvement and clinical practice guidelines. Experience with clinical applications and healthcare technology. Leadership skills, including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, coaching and teaching and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others. Proven ability to foster partnerships and a progressive culture of cooperation amongst front-line staff, administration, medical leaders, as well as external stakeholder groups.

Experience in Cancer Care, Radiation Therapy or related acute and/or inpatient/outpatient patient service delivery. Clinical Leadership experience in a fast-paced healthcare delivery setting. Graduate Degree in Healthcare or related field. Certifications in project, budget/business, people and/or change management.