Radiation Therapist - RT 26-05561

Job Title: Radiation Therapist
Location: Rochester, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Compensation:

• Local Candidate Pay: $2,000 – $2,400/week
• Traveler Candidate Pay: $2,400 – $2,800/week
  Compensation based on experience and eligibility

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Radiation Therapist to provide high-quality radiation therapy treatments within an acute care oncology setting. The Radiation Therapist will collaborate closely with oncologists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver safe, accurate, and patient-centered treatment plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in radiation therapy procedures, imaging systems, and treatment delivery while maintaining compassionate patient care and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Administer individualized radiation therapy treatments according to prescribed treatment plans
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and address questions or concerns regarding therapy and side effects
• Utilize imaging and treatment equipment to ensure precise radiation delivery
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and report concerns or complications to the oncology team
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families throughout the treatment process
• Assist with treatment planning and recommend modifications based on patient progress when appropriate
• Perform quality assurance checks and routine testing on treatment and simulation equipment
• Maintain accurate patient treatment records and documentation
• Adhere to radiation safety standards, infection control procedures, and healthcare regulations
• Support emergency response protocols and patient safety initiatives as needed
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field required
• Current ARRT (T) Certification required
• Current New York State Radiation Therapy License required
• Current BLS Certification required
• Strong communication, patient care, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced oncology environment

Required Skills:

• Adult Acute Care experience
• Tumor localization and treatment setup
• External Beam Radiation Therapy
• IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy)
• CBCT/kV/mV imaging experience
• Radiation dose calculation knowledge
• Radiation safety and PPE protocols
• Experience with custom molds, custom shields, wedges, and compensation filters
• Block cutting and portal cast experience
• Experience with lift/transfer devices and emergency response protocols
• Familiarity with Ethos or Varian treatment equipment preferred

For more details reach at jknox@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732-791-4827.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.