Radiation Therapist
San Luis Obispo, CA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Radiation Therapist, RTT. The position performs routine and specialized radiation treatments and simulation procedures in accordance with physician-developed treatment plans. Responsibilities include patient assessment and education, safe operation of radiation therapy equipment, accurate documentation, equipment quality control, and collaboration with physicians and healthcare providers.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), AART, and CRT certifications. Ability to perform radiation therapy and simulation procedures, operate complex radiation therapy equipment, maintain accurate patient and procedure documentation, and follow radiation safety standards.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs radiation therapy and simulation procedures for patients receiving cancer treatment.
  • Operates and maintains TrueBeam radiation therapy equipment, documents equipment readings, and reports malfunctions.
  • Prepares for and assists with radiation therapy and simulation procedures.
  • Educates patients and support persons about procedures while providing attentive monitoring and communication.
  • Maintains patient electronic health records (EHR), appointments, screening documentation, consent forms, and procedure records.
  • Implements radiation protection devices and safety standards to minimize exposure.
  • Cleans and disinfects equipment after each procedure and maintains a safe working environment.
  • Inspects and calibrates equipment, records quality control (QC) results, and reports operational concerns.
  • May mentor students and new therapists or orient staff to departmental procedures.

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