Travel Radiation Therapist
Washington, DC
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Radiation Therapist specializing in Radiation Therapy is sought in the District of Columbia. This role involves delivering daily ionizing radiation treatments under the supervision of a radiation oncologist, collaborating with physicists and other healthcare professionals to ensure precise treatment delivery. The position offers a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with specific responsibilities centered on patient treatment and safety protocols.

Job Details:

• Position: Radiation Therapist in Radiation Therapy
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Schedule: Days shift, Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy preferred; ARRT certification in Therapy (RT(T)) required; Department of State Health Services Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist required; BLS certification required; 3-5 years' experience as a radiation therapist and credentialed as an RTT required; valid work location within 50 miles for day shift schedule.
• Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for daily treatment on patients with ionizing radiation under the direction of the radiation oncologist.
  • Work with radiation oncologists and physicists in performing simulation and treatment calculations.
  • Perform daily warm-up and Quality Assurance of treatment machines and C.T. simulators.
  • Provide education and informational support to patients and their families regarding treatment processes.
  • Ensure accurate transfer of data for dose calculation and follow standard treatment protocols.
  • Obtain necessary sign-offs from radiation oncologists for treatment plans and results.
• Equipment and Systems Used:
  • Linear Accelerator
  • C.T. Simulator
  • ADAC Treatment Planning System
  • VARIS System

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