Radiation Therapist
Santa Cruz, California
Sutter Health Radiation Oncology Services

Radiation Therapist Travel/Contract Position

Location: Santa Cruz, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Perform routine and specialized radiation treatments independently according to physician-developed treatment plans.
• Deliver safe, precise procedures with sound clinical judgment and effective patient communication.
• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• May perform specific procedures and orient new staff to the department.
• Shift start times flexible between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

Required Experience & Skills

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Radiation Therapy)
• Must have experience with Elekta, Mosaiq, and AlignRT systems.

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ARRT (Radiation Therapist) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Valid California State License for Radiation Therapist

Work Schedule

• Day shifts, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (either 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 12:00 PM–8:00 PM)
• Total 40 hours per week

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and motor vehicle report if applicable.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per California law).
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• References: 2 professional references required within 3 years for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required).
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, completed series, or signed declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1–Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug testing and respiratory safety clearance required prior to start.

Additional Requirements

• Must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• TB screening questionnaire must be completed and signed by candidate and healthcare provider within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Candidates requesting religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific exemption forms and obtain approval.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in California
• Minimum of 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ARRT (Radiation Therapist) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification