Radiation Therapist (Outpatient) - Travel/Local Contract

Talented Medical Solutions; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Glendale is seeking a Radiation Therapist (Outpatient) for a 15-week contract. The role requires administering prescribed ionizing radiation to oncology patients, ensuring precise treatment delivery, patient safety, and meticulous documentation under physician direction. Outpatient experience is preferred.

The candidate should have ARRT RT certification, RTT/TRT credentials, and CPR/BLS. Strong communication in oncology care is essential for patient support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Radiation Therapy experience.
• Outpatient or hospital-based radiation oncology experience preferred.
• Ability to deliver accurate, safe radiation treatment per physician prescription.
• Strong patient care and communication skills in oncology setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily prescribed radiation dose to patients.
• Verify prescriptions, imaging charts, and patient identity.
• Position patients using immobilization devices and treatment plans.
• Monitor patients for reactions and complications.
• Maintain accurate treatment records and chart documentation.
• Support patient education and treatment explanations.
• Ensure radiation safety compliance for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

ARRT (RT) Certification

RTT/TRT Certification

BLS (CPR)

Fluoroscopy Permit (CA)

Job description

Radiation Therapist (Outpatient) – Contract

Facility: Adventist Health Glendale – Radiation Oncology
Location: Glendale, CA
Address: 1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale, CA 91206
Duration: 15 Weeks
Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8s | 1st shift (8-hour days)
Pay Rate: $75 – $77/hr
Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,000 – $3,080/week (40 hrs/week)

Job Summary

Administer prescribed ionizing radiation treatments to outpatient oncology patients under physician direction. Ensure accurate treatment delivery, patient safety, and proper documentation throughout the radiation therapy process.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year Radiation Therapy experience required

Experience in outpatient or hospital-based radiation oncology preferred

Ability to deliver accurate, safe radiation treatment per physician prescription

Strong patient care and communication skills in oncology setting

Credentials

ARRT (RT) – Radiation Therapy certification – Required

Therapeutic Radiologic Technology Certification (RTT/TRT) – Required

BLS (CPR) – Preferred

Fluoroscopy Permit (CA) – Preferred (if applicable)

Key Responsibilities

Deliver daily prescribed radiation dose to patients

Verify prescriptions, imaging charts, and patient identity

Position patients using immobilization devices and treatment plans

Monitor patients for reactions and complications

Maintain accurate treatment records and chart documentation

Support patient education and treatment explanations

Ensure radiation safety compliance for patients and staff

Facility Overview

Adventist Health Glendale is a 515-bed hospital system serving the San Fernando Valley region, offering comprehensive oncology, cardiology, urgent care, and specialty services. The radiation oncology department focuses on advanced outpatient cancer treatment in a high-quality clinical environment.