Radiation Therapist
San Luis Obispo, California
Sutter Radiation Oncology Services - San Luis Obispo

Radiation Therapist

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology Location: San Luis Obispo, California Unit: Radiation Oncology Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Schedule: Day shift, 5 x 8 hours (8:00 to 17:00), 40 hours per week Equipment: TrueBeam

Role Overview

• Competently performs routine and specialized radiation treatments according to the physician's treatment plan.
• Performs radiation therapy and simulation procedures for cancer patients under treatment, and prepares for and assists physicians with these procedures.
• Maintains and operates complex radiation therapy equipment, documents readings, orders adjustments or repairs, and inspects and calibrates equipment, recording quality control results and reporting malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Explains procedures to patients and families to reduce fear and anxiety.
• Implements radiation protection measures (ALARA) for self, staff, and patients, and maintains a clean, safe work area.
• Performs general clerical tasks, including updating appointments, entering and revising electronic health records, completing procedure documentation and consent forms, and inventorying supplies.
• May perform specific procedures and orient other staff to the department. Mentors students and new therapists.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in California
• Radiation Therapist (2 years of experience)
• Radiation Therapist experience within the last year
• ARRT
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Compliance and Onboarding Requirements

• Background and screening: 7-year background check within 6 months of start; sex offender search within 90 days of start; federal exclusion checks (EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG) updated annually; FACIS Level 3 search within 2 weeks of start, then monthly; education verification of highest level achieved (not required if high school is the highest level).
• Work history: Employment application listing 7 years of work history with no gaps; work history verification for up to 7 years. Gaps over 30 days must be explained, and gaps or discrepancies over one year require facility approval.
• Licensure and certification: Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start; technologist certification verification within 30 days of start.
• Health: Physical exam within 1 year of start; TB screening questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually; negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility requirements; measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella immunity documentation; Tdap within the past 10 years; seasonal flu vaccination or declination documentation for flu season (11/1 to 4/30); negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.
• Vision and respiratory: In-person color vision exam if a color deficiency is suspected; respirator fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually.
• Competencies and orientation: Unit-specific skills checklist, renewed annually; facility system questionnaire (RN only, for new candidates starting 11/3/2025 onward).
• Documents: Review and sign the job description, code of conduct, overpayment refund policy, general regulatory orientation, and vendor training prior to start.
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years of hire.