Radiation Therapist
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,775/weekOverview
- Start Date06/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Radiation Therapist (RTT) position available in Saint Louis, Missouri. The role involves working in a brachytherapy department, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and operating HDR units. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. This position offers an opportunity to cross-train in other treatment modalities and advance clinical skills.
Job Details
- Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
- Schedule: M-F, 10-hour shifts, from 6:15 AM to 4:45 PM, rotating days off
- Required Qualifications: Valid radiologic technology license (MO license or compact license), ARRT (Radiation Therapy) certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, 1 year of relevant experience, ability to pass NRC Radiation Safety exam within first two weeks of contract.
- Preferred Qualifications: Sensitivity training highly preferred.
- Additional Information: No weekends, no holidays. Will work in brachytherapy, running HDR units, assisting in brachytherapy implants, and administering radiopharmaceuticals. The individual will also be expected to handle procedures such as intracavity/interstitial administration, dose calculations, and emergency cases. The role includes daily caseload management of 8-15 patients. Certification of vaccinations (flu vaccine) is required, except for medical or religious exemptions.
- Travel Experience Required: Not specified
- Certifications: ARRT (Radiation Therapy), ARRT (R), BLS
- Facility & Patient Care Details: Will work within short term acute care facility with a total of 1266 beds, serving adult and geriatric patient populations.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Notes: No RTO beyond 7 days without manager approval. The contract length is firm, with specific compliance deadlines. All travelers will float within the service line.
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
Employer
Cross Country Allied
4 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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