Faculty Physician, Radiation Oncology (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

The Department of Radiation Medicine at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) is recruiting a radiation oncologist specializing in Pediatric and CNS malignancies. The Department of Radiation Medicine at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Knight Cancer Institute occupies 17,000 square feet on the fourth floor of the Kohler Pavilion on the Marquam Hill campus. Radiation Medicine is a growing entity with several affiliated and satellite sites and has the unique distinction of being the first, independent, academic Department of Radiation Oncology in the country. In addition to clinical excellence, all of our faculty contribute to the educational and research goals of the University. The Department's faculty provide educational services to OHSU School of Medicine, Radiation Therapy Technologist program and its CAMPEP accredited Graduate Medical Physics program. In addition, the faculty train prospective medical physicists and radiation oncologists through the Department's CAMPEP accredited Medical Physics residency program and ACGME-accredited Radiation Oncology residency program.

 

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute is an international leader in research and cancer treatment. We offer unprecedented resources to transform cancer early detection, diagnosis, intervention, and treatment, supported by the successful conclusion of a $1 billion fundraising campaign completed in 2015. Known as one of the pioneers in personalized cancer medicine and early detection, the Knight Cancer Institute creates an environment that encourages visionary leadership and dedicated teamwork in support of ending cancer as we know it. Our vision is a world freed from the burden of cancer, and our guiding principles remind us we are a bold, supportive, and connected team. About OHSU Link www.ohsu.edu OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 16,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations.

 

OHSU's stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research. About Portland and Oregon Link https://www.travelportland.com Bisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It's no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America's favorite lifestyle cities.

Function/Duties of Position:

• Practicing medicine as an employee of OHSU at OHSU Hospitals and Clinics (collectively, “Hospital” and, except as otherwise provided in this paragraph 7 of the “Clinician Employment Agreement,” not otherwise), OHSU-affiliates, the Portland VA Medical Center, and community sites
  
  • Maintaining licensure to practice medicine in the state of Oregon and any other jurisdiction where licensure is necessary for a Clinician to perform the professional services contemplated hereunder and to maintain medical staff privileges at the Hospital
  • Participating in site-specific tumor boards and multidisciplinary clinics
  • Contributing to departmental quality meetings, i.e. chart rounds, M&M, and others
• Educating medical students, residents, medical technologists, and physicists in accordance with the educational mission of the department
• Working towards making significant contributions to the science and understanding of radiation oncology and biology.
• Serving the Department, OHSU, and our specialty through committees, councils and leadership
• Demonstrating a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Mentoring students, residents and colleagues
• Complying with the bylaws, resolutions, policies and standards of OHSU and the SoM in effect and as may be amended from time to time, including without limitation:
  
  • any compliance program or policy,
  • the OHSU Patient Care policy,
  • the OHSU Code of Conduct policy,
  • the OHSU Conflict of Interest policies,
  • all policies and requirements regarding the preparation and maintenance of medical records and the billing for patient services, and
  • OHSU Policy No. 03-30-060
  • any additional terms and conditions of employment specifically contained in Exhibit A of the “Clinical Terms and Conditions” agreement

Required Qualifications:

Maintaining certification or eligibility by the American Board of Radiology in Radiation Oncology is one of the prerequisites for extension of this appointment beyond one year.

• MD
• Maintain an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon
• Maintain credentialing requirements at OHSU

All are welcome:Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.