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Hospital | Radiation Therapist

$2,280.00 - 2,450.00/week

West Plains, MO, 65775
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Job ID:464230
Employment type:Travel
Profession:Radiation Therapist
Specialty:Hospital
Shift:Days
Duration:13 Weeks
Posted date:Mar 03, 2026

Job Description

Travel Radiation Therapist – Oncology | West Plains, MO (13-week Assignment)

Travel Radiation Therapist — 13-week hospital assignment in West Plains, Missouri. Join a collaborative radiation oncology team delivering advanced radiation therapy in the Ozarks.

Embark on a rewarding travel healthcare opportunity as a Radiation Therapist in West Plains, MO (zip code 65775). This 13-week hospital assignment places you in a busy oncology radiation therapy unit serving a diverse patient population. Enjoy small-town charm, outdoor recreation in the Ozarks region, and a supportive clinical team while advancing your career as a travel radiation therapist.

Job Details

  • Location: West Plains, MO 65775 (West Plains, Missouri — Ozarks)
  • Position: Travel Radiation Therapist / Radiation Therapy Technologist
  • Setting: Hospital – Oncology Radiation Therapy Unit (radiation oncology)
  • Assignment Type: Travel (13 weeks)
  • Start Date: March 23, 2026
  • End Date: June 22, 2026
  • Shift: Day, 5x8-hour shifts (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
  • Hours per Week: 40
  • Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,280–$2,450 per week
  • Patient Volume: 15–20 patients daily
  • Systems: Varian iX, ARIA, Elekta Infinity, GE, and other TPS/charting systems

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Radiation Therapist (radiation oncology experience preferred)
  • Active ARRT (T) certification required
  • Current BLS (American Heart Association) required
  • Experience with CT Simulation, Varian iX, ARIA, Elekta Infinity, and electronic charting systems
  • Travel assignment experience preferred; adaptable to a hospital radiation therapy environment
  • COVID-19 vaccination required (medical or religious exemptions considered)
  • Must be willing to work some holidays and keep time-off requests to a minimum
  • Applicants must reside outside a 60-mile radius from West Plains, MO

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver radiation therapy treatments to oncology patients using advanced equipment (Varian iX, Elekta Infinity, etc.)
  • Perform pretreatment procedures: CT/iCT, CT Simulation, MRI/PET imaging, and tumor localization
  • Assist with treatment planning tasks, dose calculations, and quality assurance under supervising physicist/MD direction
  • Support internal procedures including hyperthermia and brachytherapy as needed
  • Maintain accurate treatment records and verify charting in ARIA/Varian systems
  • Participate in patient/family education, symptom management, and multidisciplinary oncology care
  • Adhere to radiation safety, isolation precautions, and emergency protocols

Why Apply

  • Career development opportunity in radiation oncology and hospital-based radiation therapy
  • Work with experienced oncology clinicians and advanced treatment systems
  • Live and work in the scenic Ozarks—West Plains, Missouri community

Apply now: Submit your resume and current ARRT (T) and BLS documentation to be considered for this travel radiation therapist assignment in West Plains, MO. Join our healthcare team today and make an impact in radiation oncology.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Location

Address : West Plains, MO, 65775