Radiation Therapist
Santa Cruz, California
Sutter Health Radiation Oncology Services

Radiation Therapist Travel/Contract Position

Location: Santa Cruz, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform routine and specialized radiation treatments independently according to physician-developed treatment plans.
• Use sound judgment and clinical skills to deliver safe, precise, and timely radiation therapy.
• Provide competent patient assessment, monitoring, and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
• May perform specific procedures and orient new staff to the department.
• Shift start times are flexible between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year.
• ARRT (Therapeutic) certification.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Experience with Elekta, Mosaiq, and AlignRT radiation therapy systems.

Work Schedule

• Day shifts, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (40 hours/week).
• Typical shift hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• 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 due to CA law).
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• Work history verification up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained.
• Professional references: 2 required for clinical positions within 3 years of hire.

Certifications and Training

• Must have current BLS certification (AHA or ARC).
• ACLS, PALS, CCRN, and other certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify during credentialing).
• State license verification and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually.
• Medication/pharmacology competency exams and other competency tests may be required as applicable.

Health and 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).
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days of start or 2-step PPD testing. Annual renewal required.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Apr 30) or signed declination with mask-wearing requirement.
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids).

Facility-Specific Documents and Compliance

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Code of Conduct
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions as applicable)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • TB Questionnaire (signed by candidate and healthcare provider)
• Religious exemption forms required for facial hair (PAPR) and certain vaccine exemptions.

Additional Notes

• Flexibility in shift start times is required.
• Must be able to work independently and communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
• Compliance with all regulatory and facility-specific requirements is mandatory for clearance and continued employment.

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