Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,551 to $2,629 per week in Winchester, VA
Company: AMN Healthcare Allied
Location: Stephenson
Posted on: January 31, 2026
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Job Description:
Radiation Therapist Location: Winchester, VA Agency: AMN
Healthcare Allied Pay: $2,551 to $2,629 per week Shift Information:
Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date:
2/23/2026 About the Position Job Description & Requirements
Radiation Therapist - (Rad Ther) StartDate: 2/23/2026 Available
Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $2551.00 - $2629.00 2 years of experience.
50-mile radius rule. No more than a 3-month work history gap in the
last year. VA License (temp license acceptable with a pending VA
lic), ARRT and BLS required. EMR: Epic. Dress code: Caribean Blue
or any solid colors that match top & bottom. Provides daily care of
cancer patients, including accurate interpretation and delivery of
radiation treatments in accordance with the prescription &
instruction of the radiation oncologist. May perform simulations
and provide clinical instruction for radiation therapy students. In
addition, Radiation Therapist will be required during Brachytherapy
procedures. Must be able to assist in treatment planning procedures
including tumor localization and dosimetry. Triage sick patients to
nursing for evaluation. Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart,
patient identification, etc. Schedules patients and explains
procedure for pre-treatment and post-treatment. Answers questions
and reassure patient. Interfaces with physicist, and dosimetrist at
initiation of treatment. Acts as liaison with supportive care
physicians, nurses and social workers. Keeps lines of communication
open with doctors, therapists, RN’s and dosimetrists. Prepares room
and equipment for patient according to the prescription,
immobilization devices, field sizes, treatment devices, distance,
lead (Pb) protection devices, etc. Takes and checks images of all
treated areas; process and file same. Transfers patients to
treatment couch. Is aware of I.V.s, etc. Maintains visual and
audible contact with patient during treatments. Maintains patient
markings. Changes these according to physician direction.
Reinforces recommendations given to the patient by the physician,
dietitian, etc., concerning reaction to treatment and care of the
radiated area (dressing, hygiene, etc.), prevention or treatment of
generalized and local side effects. Changes dressings as necessary.
Observes patient for any unusual reactions or events. Reports to
the designated personnel and assists in emergency treatment.
Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel.
Checks charges daily for accurate billing and documents treatment
doses accurately. Treats patients with original electronic chart at
ALL TIMES. Checks name and date of birth along with treatment area
and records in the daily timeout. Takes time to set up IMRT and 3-D
patients properly in CT. Makes proper immobilization devices for
2-D, 3-D, and IMRT patients. Documents proper set-up instructions.
Documents all pertinent information for dosimetry calculations in
charts. Required Qualifications Radiation Therapist, Radiation
Experience: 2 years Licenses: RADTHER-VA Certifications:
T-ARRT(Copy Needed); BLS-AHA(Copy Needed) SSN Required DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year
References: 1 Reference in entire work history Facility Location
Home of Shenandoah University, Winchester is located in the
northwestern region of the Commonwealth of Virginia and has a rich
cultural history dating back to the mid 1600's. History buffs will
recognize the city as the home of many canonical events associated
with the European settlement of the region, including the
French-Indian War, the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.
Accordingly, there are a wealth of historic buildings, sites and
landmarks for the culture seeker to peruse, including Belle Grove
Plantation, Abram's Delight, the Hexagon House, and Glen Burnie,
among others. Winchester prides itself on its self-proclaimed
"classic" restaurants, many of which have weathered the sands of
time and exist today as much relics of the past as viable eateries.
These restaurants include the iconic Triangle Diner and the Snow
White Grille. Sports fans will want to check out the Winchester
Royals, who play in the Valley Baseball League. Job Benefits Allied
travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous
packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental,
Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and
Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education
Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About
the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the
most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping
healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that
continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective,
and more achievable. radiation therapist, radiation, radiology,
radiation treatment, Therapeutic Radiographer, radiography, allied
health, allied, healthcare, health care, patient care Requirements
Radiation Therapist, Radiation Experience: 2 years Licenses:
RADTHER-VA Certifications: T-ARRT(Copy Needed); BLS-AHA(Copy
Needed) SSN Required DOB Required Work History: Should not be more
than 90 days of gap in last 1 year References: 1 Reference in
entire work history Benefits Allied travel assignments are
typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex
Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend
and earn extra cash!
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