Radiation Therapist

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Portland seeks a Radiation Therapy Technologist to administer therapeutic ionizing irradiation to patients of all ages. The role requires state licensure and national certification, emphasizing both skill and compassion in patient care. Join a team dedicated to making life better for others.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure in Radiation Therapy Technologist required.
• National certification in Radiation Therapy required.
• Basic familiarity with computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Simulates and administers therapeutic ionizing irradiation to patients.
• Works under general supervision according to physician instructions.

Skills

Basic familiarity with computers

Education

Current applicable state licensure in Radiation Therapy Technologist

National certification in Radiation Therapy

Job description

Overview

You see your work as an equal balance of skill and compassion. As you simulate and administer therapeutic ionizing irradiation to a varied patient population, you will be extending to them your professionalism and sense of concern. In short, you will be helping to fulfill the Legacy mission of making life better for others.

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center in Northwest Portland is known for its specialty programs and clinical excellence. Legacy Good Samaritan features nationally renowned doctors in cancer care, kidney transplantations, neurology, ophthalmology, weight-loss surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, and more. It also has Oregon’s only 24-hour urgent care located alongside an emergency room, providing access to emergency care if needed.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, simulates and administers therapeutic ionizing irradiation to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

Qualifications

Skills/Knowledge:
Basic familiarity with computers preferred.

Legacy’s Values in Action: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Licensure

Current applicable state licensure in Radiation Therapy Technologist (LRTT) and national certification in Radiation Therapy (LRT-RT) required.

Pay Range

USD $50.13 - USD $71.69 /Hr.