Travel Radiation Therapist
Rockford, IL
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Travel Radiation Therapist — Rockford, IL (13-week hospital assignment). Seeking a certified Radiation Therapist with Varian TrueBeam/EDGE and ARIA experience to join a collaborative oncology team.

Join a dynamic oncology team in Rockford, Illinois as a Radiation Therapist on a travel assignment. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art cancer center, providing essential radiation therapy care in a supportive, hospital-based radiation oncology clinic. Rockford (zip code 61104) offers a vibrant community in northern Illinois with parks, arts, and easy access to Chicago and outdoor recreation — ideal for radiation therapy professionals seeking travel radiation jobs in Illinois.

Job Details

• Job Title: Travel Radiation Therapist / Radiation Oncology Therapist
• Assignment Type: Travel (13-week contract)
• Location: Rockford, IL 61104 — Northern Illinois / Chicago area access
• Setting: Hospital – Radiation Oncology Clinic (two treatment units)
• Start Date: April 6, 2026
• End Date: July 4, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shifts, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:30pm (8-hour shifts, no weekends or call)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Patient Volume: 64–68 patients per day across two linear accelerators

Qualifications & Certifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist certification (ARRT(RT) preferred) or state therapeutic radiography license
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiation Therapist in a mid- to large-sized hospital or cancer center
• Experience operating linear accelerators — Varian TrueBeam and Varian EDGE preferred
• Familiarity with ARIA record-and-verify system (ARIA v18.1 upgrade experience is a plus)
• Strong ability to multitask, work independently, and perform in a fast-paced radiation oncology environment

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate radiation therapy treatments to oncology patients per physician orders and established protocols
• Operate and maintain advanced radiation therapy equipment, including two linear accelerators (Varian TrueBeam/EDGE)
• Utilize ARIA record and verify system for precise patient documentation and treatment verification
• Collaborate with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, nurses, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient care
• Maintain a safe, patient-centered environment and adhere to radiation safety protocols
• Adapt to workflow changes and assist with the ARIA v18.1 upgrade and related workflows

Why Join This Travel Radiation Therapist Role

• Work in a modern hospital radiation oncology clinic with advanced technology
• Daytime schedule with no weekends or on-call responsibilities — great for work-life balance
• Guaranteed 40 hours/week and high patient volume for strong clinical experience
• Competitive compensation: estimated weekly salary range $2,330–$2,500/week, plus travel benefits available for travel radiation therapist positions
• Collaborative oncology team and opportunities to support ARIA upgrade initiatives

Ready to take the next step in your radiation therapy career? Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Radiation Therapist in Rockford, IL. Qualified candidates with Varian and ARIA experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply now — Join our healthcare team today and make an impact in radiation oncology.

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