Location: Dubuque, Iowa

Start Date: 08-24-2026

End Date: 11-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, day shift (no weekends or holidays; exact start/end times to be confirmed)

Candidate Pay Rate: $81 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed radiation therapy treatments with precision and care, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout each session
• Collaborate with radiation oncologists and medical physicists to implement and adjust treatment plans
• Accurately position patients and operate imaging and treatment equipment to target tumors while protecting healthy tissue
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and document treatment progress and any changes in condition
• Educate patients and families about the treatment process, side effects, and what to expect during the course of therapy
• Maintain a clean, safe treatment environment and follow all radiation safety protocols and quality assurance standards

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or equivalent) required
• Active state licensure or certification as a Radiation Therapist in Iowa, or eligibility to obtain prior to start
• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program
• Ability to complete Trinity skills checklist and specialty-specific competency testing
• Willingness to meet Trinity health requirements including physical, drug screen, and immunizations (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap, annual flu, COVID-19)

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid working knowledge of radiation therapy equipment, patient positioning, and treatment planning systems
• Understanding of radiation safety principles and quality assurance standards
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and the care team
• Compassionate patient-centered approach, especially for patients undergoing cancer treatment
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and respond calmly in a fast-paced clinical environment

Benefits

• Housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off to recharge
• Travel reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Dubuque, Iowa

Explore the vibrant riverfront of Dubuque along the Mississippi River. Visit the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, ride the historic Fenelon Place Elevator for panoramic views, or hike and bike scenic Eagle Point Park. Weekend trips to charming Galena, Illinois, and the beautiful Driftless Area are just a short drive away.

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