Travel Radiation Therapist
Florence, South Carolina
Carolinas Hospital System

Job Opportunity: Radiation Therapist

Location: Florence, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 5x8 hour shifts (10:30 AM - 6:30 PM; earlier shifts possible)
• Daily Caseload: 25-40 patients
• Weekend Requirement: Only under certain conditions (e.g., inclement weather)
• On-call: No
• Floating: No floating required; however, CT/SIM experience preferred

Experience & Certifications

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 1 year clinical experience (preferred 2+ years)
• First-time Travelers: Not accepted
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (AHA or ARC only)
  • ARRT(R)
  • SCRQSA
• Equipment Experience:

  • Must be able to operate a linear accelerator
  • CT experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Aria and Vision RT systems
• Radiation Badge: Required and must be provided by the agency (facility does not provide)

Work Environment & Miscellaneous

• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals: Not accepted
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Dress Code: Black pants with teal top or all black
• Charting: Paper and digital (Aria, Align RT)
• Parking: Free
• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time. Avoid confirming new or extension assignments during peak months (August-September) if this is a concern.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Work Eligibility: I-9 attestation and completed I-9 form required
• Identification: Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card required
• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence/employment
  • Includes SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, and international searches
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification: Not required for this facility, but diploma/transcripts preferred as placeholder if needed
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Performance Evaluation: Required within 12 months of start
• Employment Application: Complete application or resume required
• Work History Verification: Not required for this facility

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual updates required, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold within 90 days; chest X-ray if positive)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination form
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests
• Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• COVID-19: Vaccines highly preferred but not required; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed
• Respirator Clearance: Annual medical clearance required for patient-facing travelers via RespSafety questionnaire

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Orientation: Completion of First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay modules prior to start; estimated 4 hours for Florence campus
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo with solid light background required
• Acknowledgments & Agreements:

  • Assignment Acknowledgment
  • Code of Conduct
  • Employee Confidentiality Agreement
  • HIPAA Confidentiality Agreement
  • Systems User Agreement
  • User Access Request
  • Job Description acknowledgment
• Radiation Badge Process: Must be obtained prior to starting patient care; may take 5-7 days to arrive
• Block Schedule: Possible with prior approval but not guaranteed

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must have at least 1 year of clinical experience in Radiation Therapy; 2+ years preferred.
• Locals are not accepted; this is a travel contract position.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-staffed facility with a structured schedule and a supportive environment for Radiation Therapists experienced with linear accelerators and CT imaging.