Radiation Oncology Therapist
Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiation Oncology Therapist

Location: Salem, Oregon
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Shifts between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• 40 hours per week
• No call required
• ASAP start

Required Credentials

• ARRT National Radiology License
• Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) State licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Experience

• Minimum 1 year Radiation Therapy experience
• Experience with Varian TrueBeam or Edge, Aria systems

Education

• Successful completion of a Radiation Therapy program

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic operation of Linear Accelerators (Varian Truebeam, Trilogy, Acuity, GE Lightspeed CT preferred)
• Experience with SBRT, SRS, and Breathhold Visual Management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment treating 70-95 patients per day on three treatment machines

Responsibilities

• Simulate and administer radiation treatments as prescribed by Radiation Oncologist and directed by Radiation Physicist and Dosimetrist
• Interpret prescription and treatment plan
• Complete patient identification processes
• Maintain audio and visual surveillance of patients during treatment
• Accurately position patients for treatment
• Image patients as directed
• Annotate portal images appropriately
• Monitor and report patient side-effects or unusual reactions
• Document treatment position and tattoos/field borders using digital camera
• Safely transfer patients using proper body mechanics
• Perform simple RadCalc calculations for emergency treatments
• Construct quality immobilization devices for reproducible positioning
• Accurately tattoo patients and practice safe needle handling
• Participate in daily chart rounds to coordinate patient care
• Complete Aria chart checks per policy
• Perform weekly block room cleaning and HEPA filter checks
• Fabricate custom blocks accurately
• Coordinate simulation with clinic to support continuity of care

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Clear copy of Driver’s License or State ID (passport acceptable if no license)
• Proof of name change if applicable
• Criminal background check within 90 days of start (7-year search)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and ongoing every 30 days
• Education verification (not required for licensed providers)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Drug testing (10 panel) within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccines
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series or declination
  • Varicella titer or vaccines
  • Flu vaccination or signed declination (year-round)
• Fit mask testing to be completed onsite within first week of start (if applicable)
• Badge photo with white background required at least 8 days prior to start
• Completion of required Healthstream modules by due date

Additional Notes

• Competency exams required with passing scores (e.g., 80% for general competency)
• Telemetry skills required for all RNs regardless of unit
• References: 2 within last 2 years, including at least one supervisory reference within last 12 months

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-volume radiation oncology setting with advanced technology and a supportive team environment.