Radiation Therapist
Joplin, MO
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Radiation Therapist (2 years)
Description
Radiation Therapist Travel Position
Location: Joplin, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Role: Radiation Therapist
- Specialty: Radiation Therapy
- Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (5x8)
- Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
- Number of Openings: 1
- Unit: Oncology
- Patient Volume: Approximately 25-35 patients daily
- Equipment: Elekta Versa HD linear accelerator (single unit)
- Treatment Modalities: 3D, IMRT, VMAT, SRS, SBRT
- Systems: Mosaiq R&V system, EPIC EMR
Required Qualifications
- Valid Radiation Therapist license in Missouri
- Minimum of 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience within the last year
Preferred Qualifications
- ARRT (R) VI certification
Job Responsibilities
- Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments using advanced techniques (3D, IMRT, VMAT, SRS, SBRT)
- Perform CT simulations to support treatment planning
- Operate Elekta Versa HD linear accelerator and Mosaiq R&V system
- Ensure accurate, safe, and compassionate patient care
- Collaborate with the radiation oncology team
Work Environment & Dress Code
- Scrub color: Black
- No weekend or call requirements
- No float requirements
Additional Information
- Facility holds a CMS 3 Star Rating and is a Level 2 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI Center
- The hospital has all-private rooms and participates in national clinical trials
- Located in a city with local attractions such as parks, arts centers, and shopping malls
This position is suitable for Radiation Therapists seeking a travel assignment with a reputable oncology unit and advanced treatment technology.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Joplin, MO
As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Joplin, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Joplin, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 44°F, and average lows are around 24°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Joplin, MO.
- Joplin is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended.
- Joplin has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Joplin offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and hiking trails.
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