Job Description

Job Description

Talent4Health is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiation Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 02/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Duties:

Job Summary:
Staff radiation therapist is responsible for delivering ionizing radiation therapy treatments as determined by the Radiation Oncologist. Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards. Prepares and constructs equipment such as immobilization devices as needed or prescribed by the physician. Prepares and keeps stock of the treatment rooms. Under the direction of the manager may assume additional therapist responsibilities.

Patient Treatment Management
-Continuously acts in the best interest of the patient under departmental guidelines
-Verifies correct patient prior to each procedure
-Delivers precise and efficient ionizing radiation treatment to the patient as prescribed by the radiation oncologist and established practices and policies of the department.
-Prepares and educates patients and families for simulation and treatment
-Schedules patients for treatment courses and notify appropriate individuals, including if need be other departments
-Provides physical support while patients are under the supervision of the radiation therapist
-Observes and reassures patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician or turn equipment off if unexpected adverse reactions occur.
-Records all treatment deliveries in patient’s electronic medical record. Maintains patient treatment record and quality checklist.
-Takes all necessary photos of the patient for the permanent treatment record
-Reports and files a report of any treatment errors to the physics department and radiation oncologist
-Acts as liaison within the department to proper communication.
-Follows principles of ALRA at all times within the radiation therapy department
-Notifies patients of delay in treatment due to machine malfunction
-Performs weekly chart checks and audits billing charges.
-Maintains and develops the treatment schedule with patients.

Radiation Therapy Equipment Management
-Follows established procedures to operate linear accelerator and accessories, block fabrication, related EMR’s.
-Performs basic dosimetry calculations
-Accesses radiation therapy equipment for malfunction and reports them as necessary
-Checks radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation.
-Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self and others.
-Trains students of radiation therapy.

Radiation Therapy Technology -Administers prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards
-Prepares and constructs equipment such as immobilization devices as needed or prescribed by the physician. Prepares and keeps stock of the simulation and treatment rooms.
-Reviews and practices all policies and procedures within the department.
-Operates specified equipment within the radiation therapy department. Records and verifies computer system, and IGRT and Portal vision system.
-Positions patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription. Reviews prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification of patient.
-Takes all necessary photos of the patient including identification and setup. Enters and maintains data in the record and verify computer system, including the scheduling of patients.
-Helps physicians, physicists and dosimetrists to prepare physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy.
-Performs and delivers TBI treatments per therapy protocol. 
Please see attached Job Description for full responsibilities.

 

Required Skills & Experience: 
-Successful radiation therapy internship.
-Excellent patient relations skills required.
-Strong technical/computer usage skills.
-Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

 

Education:

Required Education:
-High school diploma or GED

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-ARRT registration in radiation therapy or be board eligible by completing the appropriate school of radiation therapy.
-Candidate will need to pass board exam within three months of hire date.
-Continuing education in radiation therapy field and must continue to hold ARRT registry.
-BLS certification and possess the ability to perform CPR if needed in a medical emergency.

7:30 am - 4 pm, could be asked to stay late depending on patient volumes

About Talent4Health

A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. 

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Internship, Shift work,

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