Radiation Therapist
Location: Columbus, OH
Start Date: 03-23-2026
End Date: 06-29-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Day); first week onboarding: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $77 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
- Operate and safely deliver radiation treatments on Varian TrueBeam and Halcyon systems
- Perform CBCT/kV/mV imaging and advanced patient positioning for precise therapy
- Execute beam modifying and positioning techniques to optimize treatment plans
- Conduct dosimetry checks and thorough chart checks to ensure accurate delivery
- Respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations using Crash Cart/Defibrillator protocols
- Collaborate with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and therapists to provide excellent patient care
- Provide compassionate patient education and support throughout the treatment process
- Document treatments and interventions clearly and timely in ARIA (v15)
Qualifications
- Current Ohio state license (required)
- ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy Technology (required)
- BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
- Minimum 2 years of radiation therapy experience (at least 5 years preferred)
- Proven competency on Varian TrueBeam, Halcyon, and ARIA v15
- Experience with VisionRT/OSMS, DIBH, SRS, CBCT imaging, and dosimetry is a plus
- Comfort working with all age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Able to work the listed day shift schedule and attend a full orientation week
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in LINAC operation (TrueBeam, Halcyon)
- Strong imaging skills: CBCT, kV, mV
- Familiarity with ARIA v15 charting and workflow
- Dosimetry basics and chart-check competency
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) experience and electron field setup
- Beam modifying and precise patient positioning techniques
- Comfort with pediatric and adult oncology populations, including head & neck cases
- Emergency response readiness: crash cart and defibrillator use
Benefits
- A supportive team that values YOU — friendly coworkers and experienced mentors
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required certifications and renewals
- Paid time off to recharge and planned orientation time to set you up for success
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options (details provided during interview)
- Life insurance and basic benefits to help protect you and your family
- 401K retirement savings plan with employer match opportunities
- Travel reimbursement and housing support for contract clinicians
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded
- Continuing education support and opportunities to grow clinically (SRS, DIBH, advanced techniques)
Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH
Columbus is a lively, walkable city with plenty to explore between shifts. Stroll the Short North Arts District for galleries, boutiques and great coffee; wander historic German Village for charming streets and restaurants; enjoy the Franklin Park Conservatory and the beautiful OSU campus. Family-friendly attractions include COSI (Center of Science and Industry) and the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium (short drive). For outdoor time, check out the Scioto Mile riverfront, local metro parks, and weekend trips to Hocking Hills for hiking and waterfalls. A solid food and craft-beer scene rounds out weekends off.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Radiation Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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