Radiation Therapist
Beckley, WV
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Radiation Therapist Travel/Contract Job - West Virginia

Job Details

• Location: Beckley, West Virginia
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 4x10 hour day shifts (6:45 AM - 5:15 PM or 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM)
• Hours per Week: 40 hours guaranteed
• Setting: Adult outpatient
• Daily Caseload: 20-35 patients per day
• Start Date: Orientation every other Thursday for RNs, Monday for allied health

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in West Virginia
• Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience within the last year
• BLS (AHA only, no pending or onsite completion allowed)
• ARRT Radiation Therapist (R) (T) certification
• Experience with CBCT/kV/mV imaging
• Experience with IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy)
• Experience with prophylactic treatments

Submission Requirements

• Candidate must live greater than 100 miles from the facility
• Permanent employees cannot return as travelers for 3 years after last permanent date worked
• Clean license required; no prior suspensions allowed (probations reviewed case-by-case)
• Flu vaccine mandatory unless medically exempt with documentation from allergist or physician
• Fit test required in advance using approved masks; candidate may need to travel up to 100 miles for fit testing
• Submission packet must include:

  • Cover page and candidate profile (work history)
  • Specialty-specific skills checklist
  • Minimum 2 manager/charge nurse references (preferably within past 2 years)
  • License verification (NURSYS pulled within 2 days of submission)
  • Copy of driver’s license and social security card
  • Requested time off stated in submission

Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start
  • Includes SSN trace, county, sex offender, national, and international searches if applicable
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated annually (completed independently)
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD/DO/NP/PA, confirming good health and no limitations
  • Annual fit testing for approved N95 masks (3M N95 1860 Small/Regular, Aura 9205)
  • Negative TB test within 3 months of start (2-step skin test or preferred QGold/TSpot)
  • Required vaccinations or proof of immunity: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required with medical or religious exemption process; no declinations accepted
  • COVID-19 vaccination not mandatory; proof of vaccination or signed declination accepted
  • Drug screen within 30 days of start, including standard panel (amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• Competency & Testing:

  • Annual skills checklist for specialty required
  • Color blindness test required prior to start
  • Medication/pharmacology competency exam required for nursing (not applicable here)
• Orientation:

  • Two-day orientation (Thursday and Friday) including Cerner Infusion Management
  • Inservice training modules with pass/fail testing required prior to start (approx. 4 hours)
• Facility Policies:

  • Dress code, blood administration policy, time and attendance, medical release, and vaccination exemption forms must be reviewed and signed
  • WV State Liability and Time Gap forms required before privileges granted

References

• At least 1 reference required from a manager, supervisor, or charge nurse from a facility worked within 1 year of start
• Charge nurse references must confirm direct supervision

This position is ideal for Radiation Therapists with at least 1 year of experience who are willing to travel and meet strict licensure, certification, and health compliance requirements. First-time travelers are accepted, but candidates must live more than 100 miles from the facility and comply with all submission and documentation protocols.