Travel Radiation Therapist - $3,395 per week

Cross Country Allied; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a travel assignment in Santa Cruz, California. The Radiation Therapist (RTT) will perform routine and specialized radiation treatments according to physician-developed treatment plans, requiring independent judgment, precise delivery, patient assessment, and adherence to privacy and safety regulations.

The schedule includes 40 hours per week, day shifts (8-hour shifts) with start times potentially between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM; assignment

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required.
• TBLS certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• State licensure required.
• At least 2 years of experience.
• Travel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs routine and specialized radiation treatments according to physician-developed treatment plans.
• Delivers precise treatments with good clinical judgment and patient safety.
• Performs patient assessment and monitoring; communicates effectively with patients and care team.
• May orient and assist other staff within the department.

Skills

ARRT

TBLS

BLS

State licensure

Travel experience

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiation Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Radiation Therapist, RTT. The Radiation Therapist performs routine and specialized radiation treatments according to physician-developed treatment plans. The role requires independent judgment, precise treatment delivery, patient assessment, attentive monitoring, effective communication, and adherence to applicable privacy and safety regulations.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift with 8-hour shifts and a minimum of 40 hours per week; shift start time may occur between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM, requiring flexibility.
• Required Qualifications:
  • ARRT certification
  • TBLS certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • State licensure
  • At least 2 years of experience
  • Travel experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Elekta, Mosaiq, and AlignRT.
• Additional Information:
  • Independently performs routine and specialized radiation treatments in accordance with physician-developed treatment plans.
  • Executes safe, precise, and timely procedures while exercising sound clinical judgment.
  • Performs patient assessment and monitoring and communicates effectively with patients, families, support persons, and healthcare providers.
  • May perform specialized procedures and orient other staff to the department.
  • Provides care for adult and geriatric patients.
  • Typical patient ratio is 5:1 during day shifts.
  • Relevant clinical experience includes external beam therapy, respiratory gating, radiation safety, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), benign brain tumor treatments, prostate cancer treatments involving seeds or fiducials, and heterotopic bone treatments.
  • Assignment dates are 12/14/2026 through 03/15/2027.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1346674. 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: RAD - RTT Radiation Therapist.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.