Travel Radiation Therapist - $3,029 per week

TotalMed Inc.; Eureka (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for an immediate assignment in Eureka, California. This position requires 1 year of experience and includes 40 hours per week, with a typical 13-week duration and dayshift schedule.

You will administer radiation treatments and ensure patient safety under an oncology team. Responsibilities include positioning patients, using CT/X-ray guidance, maintaining records, and following radiation safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as Radiation Therapist.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ARRT (T) National Certification required.
• State licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed doses of radiation to patients as directed by a radiation oncologist.
• Position patients accurately for each treatment session.
• Verify treatment settings and patient identity before delivering therapy.
• Monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and comfort.
• Use imaging technology (CT, X-ray) to guide treatment delivery.
• Document treatment details and maintain patient records.
• Communicate with physicians, dosimetrists, and team members.
• Educate patients and families on procedures and potential side effects.
• Inspect and calibrate therapy equipment regularly.
• Follow strict radiation safety protocols.

Skills

Radiation therapy

1 year experience

Education

ARRT (T) Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Eureka, California.

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Eureka, California.

• Specialty: Radiation Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Radiation Therapists for an immediate travel opening in Eureka, CA. The right Radiation Therapist should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

As a Radiation Therapist, you will be responsible for administering radiation treatments to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist. You'll play a critical role in the treatment of cancer and other diseases, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accuracy throughout the therapy process.

As a Radiation Therapist, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts using radiation therapy equipment
• Position patients accurately and comfortably for each treatment session
• Verify treatment settings and patient identity before delivering therapy
• Monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and comfort
• Use imaging technology (e.g., CT, X-rays) to guide accurate treatment delivery
• Document treatment details and maintain accurate patient records
• Communicate effectively with physicians, dosimetrists, and other team members
• Educate patients and families on procedures, side effects, and care during treatment
• Inspect, maintain, and calibrate radiation therapy equipment regularly
• Follow strict radiation safety protocols for both patients and staff

The ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience as a Radiation Therapist. Additionally, they should possess a current BLS certification and hold the ARRT (T) National Certification. State licensure may be required.

Radiation Therapists should be able to stand for long periods, work precisely with complex equipment, and offer compassionate care in emotionally sensitive situations.

Requirements*: BLS, ARRT (T), 1 Year

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1535032. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy - Ther RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1