Radiation Therapist
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Memorial Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Radiation Therapist (not Radiation Technologist) to join a Joint Commission Accredited facility offering a full spectrum of diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The position involves working in Radiology with exposure to a diverse patient population including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Work Environment & Unit Information

• Department: Radiology
• Setting: Acute Care, Bedside Portables, Children's Hospital, ER/Trauma, Level 1 Trauma, Mobile Unit, OR, Outpatient
• Procedures: Fluoroscopy/Contrast Studies, Enema Studies, Myelograms, OR Studies
• Equipment: C-Arm, GE Signa, TOSHIBA
• EHR Systems: McKesson, Meditech
• Call Requirements: Yes
• Float Requirements: CT, MRI
• Expected number of scans per shift: 100-150

Required Qualifications

• License: Radiation Therapist License (specific to Radiation Therapist role)
• Certifications: ARRT (T) Certification, BLS
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiation Therapist
• State Requirements:

  • Must comply with New Mexico state fingerprinting and background check requirements prior to hire.
  • May start on a 14-day waiver while background check is processed but must be supervised during this period.

Additional Information

• Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays.
• Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as Travel.
• The facility is located in a region known for year-round sunshine and outdoor recreational activities.

Summary

This is a travel contract for an experienced Radiation Therapist with at least 2 years in the specialty, holding the appropriate licensure and certifications, and able to meet New Mexico state compliance requirements. The role offers a dynamic work environment with a broad patient demographic and a variety of radiology procedures.