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Traveling Radiation Therapist Jobs

A radiation therapist uses beams of radiated light to locate and treat cancerous tumors according to the plan prescribed by a radiologist and oncologist.

    
Job Info Location Weekly Pay (sort)
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
12 weeks - Days 8
Metro Area: Boston MA
Start Date: ASAP
Boston MA $2973
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 10
Metro Area: Jackson TN
Start Date: 11/18/2024
Jackson TN $2240
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 8
Metro Area: Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta GA
Start Date: ASAP
Lawrenceville GA $1880
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 8
Metro Area: Chicago IL
Start Date: ASAP
Chicago IL $1545
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 8
Metro Area: Nashville TN
Start Date: ASAP
Franklin TN $2620
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 12
Metro Area: Durham NC
Start Date: ASAP
Chapel Hill NC $2086
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 8
Metro Area: Hilo HI
Start Date: ASAP
Hilo HI $2379
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 8

Start Date: ASAP
Miles City MT $2659
Rad Therapist - Radiation Therapist »
13 weeks - Days 12
Metro Area: Boston MA
Start Date: ASAP
Boston MA $2485

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This estimated weekly gross pay is based on the specified number of hours per week and includes available stipend amounts. Traveler eligibility is subject to company policy, as well as additional regulations and laws.

Requirements for Radiation Therapist Travel

Because radiation therapists work with cancer patients of all ages they must have a professional demeanor. You must also be able to move or lift patients who may be disabled by their illness. Due to the potentially hazardous material they work with, radiation therapists must be diligent in following safety procedures.

More Information About Radiation Therapist Travel

Radiation Therapists are responsible for the safety of their patients, for observing and documenting any reactions to treatment, updating charts and answering any radiology related questions a patient might have.

Radiation Therapy Travel Job Description

Radiation therapists work under an oncologist and provide emotional support to patients and family members who are going through an extremely stressful process. They work as part of a medical team to prepare patients and administer radiation treatments for cancer. During the course of treatment, they will monitor the patient's responses, including side effects, and may adjust the schedule or doses of radiation accordingly.

Radiation Therapy Pay

A Radiation Therapist is very well compensated in the United States. The current average salary of a Radiation Therapist is $84,436 for the year 2021. Just like many other professions this number depends on experience, education, location and demand. In addition to the salary of a Traveling Radiation Therapist, they will receive an added full travel benefits package.