Radiation Therapist (Radiology/Cardiology)
Eureka, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Eureka, California
Facility: Providence Saint Joseph Hospital
Hospital System: Providence Health and Services - MSP

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Day shift, 8 hours (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Certifications Required: BLS, ARRT (Therapy)
• Floating: Yes, may need to float between like units
• Block Schedule: Accommodations possible at manager's discretion
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Pending License Accepted: No
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off once per two-week pay period

Facility Highlights

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 150
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Radiology - Black
• Parking: Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS): Must be AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certified
• ARRT (Therapy): Required for Radiology/Cardiology specialty
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit and clinical track (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) – verify with clinical track or unit requirements
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable by profession

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background Check: Within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; updated annually
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Immunizations: TDAP, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B (or declination), Varicella
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • Flu vaccine during flu season (declinations accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or declination if onsite
  • Fit mask test (N95 or approved equivalent), updated annually for travel staff
  • Respiratory safety clearance for respirator use (travel only)
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within last 3 years
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps/overlaps
• Education Verification: Required for all candidates; international education requires additional documentation
• Skills Checklists: Required annually for applicable units

Facility-Specific Policies

• Floating Policy: Acknowledgement required; may float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance
• WorkRamp Training Modules:

  • Completion of Core and Specialty-specific WorkRamp modules required prior to start
  • Modules assigned based on profession, specialty, and region (California and Oregon specifics apply)
• Epic Access Training: Required for all clinical staff; must complete assigned Epic modules within one week of orientation
• Badge Photo: Passport-style photo with neutral background required for badge issuance

Licensing & State-Specific Requirements

• State License: Must be current and verified; no pending licenses accepted
• Washington State: Multi-State Licensed Nurses must complete demographic attestations prior to start
• Oregon: Abuse Neglect Search required annually for certain facilities
• Background Checks: Include state-specific searches as applicable (e.g., WA WATCH, OBRA Registry for CNAs)

Additional Notes

• Facility provides free parking on the first day and assigns parking during orientation
• Floating between units is expected; flexibility is important
• First-time travelers are welcome, but must meet certification and compliance requirements
• All required documentation and training must be completed and uploaded prior to start date

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals in Radiology or Cardiology seeking a travel contract role in an acute care hospital setting with Providence Health and Services in Eureka, CA.