Radiation Therapist
Rochester, New York
Radiation Oncology at RGH

Radiation Therapist - Travel/Contract

Location: Rochester, New York
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Cancer Services/Oncology)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (8-hour shifts)
• No Saturday shifts
• Floating required to other Radiation Oncology locations

Job Description

• Operate Ethos or Varian radiation therapy machines (experience preferred)
• Perform tasks including tumor localization, block cutting, B-Mode acquisition targeting, CBCT/kV/mV imaging, compensation filters, custom molds and shields, portal cast, wedges, radiation dose calculation, external beam therapy, and IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy)
• Use lift/transfer devices and follow isolation precautions/PPE protocols
• Maintain radiation safety and participate in rapid response/code teams
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong communication skills, flexibility, dependability, and teamwork

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in New York
• Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ARRT (Therapy) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• 7-year criminal background check within 3 months of start (including SSN trace, national criminal, sex offender, education verification)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 3 months of start, updated monthly
• Foreign education equivalency evaluation if applicable
• Education verification from primary source (no hard copy degrees)
• Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start
• Completion of orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Photo for badge (passport-style with solid background)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (specific acceptable mask types)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start, with TB questionnaire as annual renewal alternative
• Immunization or titer documentation for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (surface antibody positive titer, completed series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug screen within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, opiates, etc.)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start
• COVID vaccination copy preferred but not required
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as required
• Color blindness testing (one-time)
• Competency exams as required by specialty
• References (2 within 3 years) required for direct hire candidates
• Employment application and work history verification (minimum 2 past employments)

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted if residing more than 75 miles away (at a lower rate)
• Must be adaptable and willing to float to other Radiation Oncology locations
• EPIC experience required

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Radiation Therapist travel contract position.