Radiation Therapist
Las Cruces, NM
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,143/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Radiation Therapist Travel Job – Las Cruces, New Mexico
Job Title
Radiation Therapist
Location
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Employment Type
Travel assignment
Contract Length
13 weeks
Job Description
- Position is for Radiation Therapists (not Radiation Technologists).
- Work setting includes Radiology department with exposure to acute care, bedside portables, children’s hospital, ER/Trauma, Level 1 Trauma, mobile units, OR, and outpatient settings.
- Patient population ranges from neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult to geriatric.
- Procedures may include fluoroscopy/contrast studies, enema studies, myelograms, and OR studies.
- Call requirements apply.
- Expected number of scans per shift: 100-150.
- Equipment used includes C-Arm, GE Signa, and TOSHIBA.
- Electronic Health Records systems: McKesson, Meditech.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Radiation Therapist license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
- ARRT (T) Certification
- BLS certification
- Must comply with New Mexico state fingerprinting and background check requirements; a 14-day supervised waiver period is possible while awaiting results
- Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
Additional Information
- Orientation is held weekly on Mondays.
- The facility is Joint Commission Accredited and recognized as a Certified Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI.
- The area offers year-round sunshine and numerous outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, biking, ATV riding, hunting, and horseback riding.
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Employer
Host Healthcare
245 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Love the support the recruiters give and all the work they do. 10/10 recommend host
Cons
No cons maybe more money offers
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Las Cruces, NM
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Las Cruces, NM here's what you should know:- Las Cruces has a cost of living that is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, and the average low in winter is around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Las Cruces, with options available for furnished housing.
- Las Cruces is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Las Cruces offers a variety of restaurants with a focus on Southwestern cuisine.
- The city has a vibrant art scene, with galleries and museums showcasing local talent.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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