Radiation Therapist
Silver Spring, MD
Supplemental Health Care
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,141/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Benefits start day 1
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Discount program
- Health savings account
Qualifications
- Resume
Description
Job Description:
Supplemental Health Care is seeking skilled Radiation Therapists to fill a contract opportunity at a partnering Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland. This contract offers the chance to make a real impact by providing advanced cancer treatment in a supportive and patient-centered environment. With over 40 years of experience connecting healthcare professionals to meaningful opportunities, we’re here to support your career every step of the way.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy (T).
- Active state license, if required by Maryland.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- 1–2 years of recent experience as a Radiation Therapist
Radiation Therapist Contract Details:
- $1,920 - $2,141 per week*
- 13-week contract, with possibility of extension
- 40 hours per week
- Hospital setting
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by radiation oncologists.
- Accurately position patients and operate radiation therapy equipment to deliver safe, effective treatments.
- Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments as necessary while maintaining detailed records.
- Collaborate with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and oncology nurses to ensure quality patient care.
- Provide patient education, reassurance, and support throughout the treatment process.
- Maintain compliance with all safety standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Ready to bring your expertise in radiation therapy to a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply online now to connect with our team and learn more about this opportunity.
What We Offer:
- Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance!
- Round the clock support. No matter where you are or what time it is, Supplemental Health Care is standing by.
- SHC's Share the Care referral program is the most dynamic, profitable referral program in the industry.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a wide range of investment options.
- Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University.
*Estimated weekly payment may include both taxable wages and tax-free reimbursements for meals, housing, and incidentals. Please speak with a recruiter for details.
Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates, including veterans and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. SHC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law. To learn more, visit www.shccares.com/eeo
Employer
Supplemental Health Care
8 nurses recommend working with Supplemental Health Care
Pros
if you stay or tolerate it short-term)
Cons
Financial loss risk If you’re paying out-of-pocket for travel or getting low stipends, you’re effectively subsidizing the company
At Supplemental Health Care, a simple belief in the power of caring guides a unique commitment to world-class service in healthcare staffing. For 40 years, we’ve supported talented professionals pursuing their life calling in hospitals, schools, home health, corrections, behavioral health, and other settings. At SHC, we inspire vital connections and enrich lives and inspire better outcomes.
As recipients of the Best in Staffing Awards for both Client and Talent, Supplemental Health Care is proud to be among only 2% of staffing companies singled out for the distinction based on the real feedback of our employees and the clients we serve. SHC has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and is named among the Largest Health Care Staffing companies in the United States by Staffing Industry Analysts.
We are also thrilled to recognize our very own SLP, Dr. Kelly Byrd as the American Staffing Association 2024 National Staffing Employee of the Year and Health Care Sector All-Star. We’re honored to connect Dr. Byrd to employment, share her incredible story, and support her family literacy nonprofit.
For everyone that we serve, SHC is the place where caring hearts thrive.
About Silver Spring, MD
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Silver Spring, MD here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average high: 86°F, average low: 66°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 27°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through rental websites.
- Car friendly with good road infrastructure, limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
- Silver Spring has a large population of travel nurses due to its proximity to major healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and access to outdoor recreational areas like parks and hiking trails.
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