Radiation Therapist
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Schedule: Typically 4 days of 10-hour shifts; hours may flex based on patient volume
• Unit staffing: Always 2 therapists per machine
• Average daily patient census: 80
• Patient-to-therapist ratio: 1:1
• Upon starting, you may be assigned to an Emergency Team with expectations to stay onsite during emergency events or be part of relief efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiation Therapist license in Louisiana
• Minimum 2 years of Radiation Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ARRT (Therapy) certification required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required

Important Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or government-issued photo ID (color copy required)
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, education verification, and various federal/state screenings must be completed and updated as required
• License verification within 30 days of start; renewals must be completed prior to start date if expiring soon
• Annual competency exams specific to specialty with minimum 80% score
• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start confirming good health
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Immunizations/vaccinations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • Tdap (for certain units)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30)
• Photo for badge: Full color, passport-style photo taken within last 6 months

Additional Notes

• Emergency preparedness training and participation may be required during hurricane season (June 1 – Nov 30)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification may be required depending on unit assignment
• Fit mask testing (N95) required within one year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed

This position is suitable for radiation therapists comfortable with travel assignments and emergency response duties.