Radiation Therapist, Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland is seeking a Radiologic Therapist to administer ionizing irradiation per physician prescription. The role requires a Bachelor’s in radiologic technology (Master’s preferred) and ARRT certifications, with prior radiologic therapy experience highly valued.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, monitoring patients, maintaining treatment records, and informing patients about procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required
• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required
• Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AH policy: Required
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification: Required

Responsibilities

• Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure.
• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.
• Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician
• Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.
• Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent

Master's Degree

Experience in radiologic technology

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Summary

Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Preferred


• Master's Degree: Preferred


• Experience in radiologic technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiation Therapy (AART-T) and Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT): Required


• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred


• Fluoroscopy Permit from the state of practice, Department of Health Services: Preferred


• ARRT-Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T): Required


• Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (TRT): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required


• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification. Explains procedures to patient, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure. Delivers prescribed daily dose to patient, observing radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.


• Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc., transfers patient to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.


• Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment, reporting reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician


• Maintains a variety of records, including, records of daily treatment; maintains and regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.


• Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 72231

Job Category : Therapist

Posting Date : 2026-09-11T16:33:19+00:00

Locations :

Portland, OR, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $49.52 to $74.22. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Radiation Oncology

Shift Length : 8 Hours