Radiation Therapist
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Radiation Therapist - Radiology

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 5x8 (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, depending on patient load)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: None
Call Requirements: None

Job Description

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments using sophisticated equipment and devices.
• Participate as a member of the Radiation Therapy Treatment Team.
• Perform duties related to patient setup and imaging for radiation treatments.
• Treat approximately 65-70 patients per day (inpatient and outpatient).
• Equipment includes Elekta Versas, Varian HDR, Cyberknife, with new Radixact installation planned.
• Electronic Medical Records systems used: Mosaiq and EPIC.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience within the last year

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Elekta equipment and workflows (can be taught on the job).
• Works well with others and demonstrates strong communication skills.

Work Environment & Dress Code

• Scrub color: Black only.
• Colored scrubs are not acceptable.

Additional Information

• No float requirements.
• No weekend or call duties.
• Facility is recognized for high safety and quality standards, including Level 1 Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center certifications.

Community Highlights

• Local attractions include a zoo, national wildlife museum & aquarium, art museum, historic sites, and numerous breweries and restaurants.