Fusion Medical Staffing is hiring: Travel Radiation Therapist in Chevy Chase

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel Radiation Therapist to deliver high-quality radiation therapy to patients at healthcare facilities nationwide. In this role, you will administer treatments as prescribed, operate radiation equipment safely, verify treatment plans, and collaborate closely with oncologists, dosimetrists, and nursing staff. Fusion Medical Staffing promotes transparency, accountability, and teamwork, offering a supportive environment with strong professional development and growth opportunities while making a meaningful impact on patient care across the U.S. Deliver radiation therapy treatments to patients according to physician prescriptions and treatment plans Operate and troubleshoot linear accelerators and associated radiation therapy equipment safely and accurately Perform patient simulations and assist with CT simulation, immobilization, and treatment planning setup Verify patient identity, treatment fields, and dosimetry parameters prior to each treatment session Position patients accurately using appropriate immobilization devices, lasers, and imaging guidance (e.g., portal imaging, cone-beam CT) Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment, reporting changes in condition to the radiation oncologist and clinical team Document all treatments, setup details, and patient responses in the electronic medical record with a high degree of accuracy Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, nurses, and other team members to ensure safe and effective care Adhere to all radiation safety, infection control, and regulatory guidelines in varied clinical environments Educate patients and families about the treatment process, side effects, and self-care strategies Adapt quickly to different healthcare facility protocols, workflows, and technologies as a traveling therapist Maintain professional licensure, certifications, and continuing education as required by state and facility Participate in quality assurance activities and contribute to continuous improvement of clinical processes Operation of linear accelerators and radiation therapy equipment Patient positioning and immobilization techniques Image-guided radiation therapy workflows (e.g., portal imaging, cone-beam CT) Use of treatment planning and record-and-verify systems (e.g., ARIA, MOSAIQ) Radiation safety and regulatory compliance Electronic medical record documentation for oncology patients Venipuncture and IV contrast considerations for CT simulation (as allowed by facility policies) Time management across complex daily treatment schedules Patient education and communication in oncology settings Adaptability to new clinical environments and protocols Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current ARRT (T) certification in Radiation Therapy Active state radiation therapy license in the assignment state(s), if required Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or equivalent) Experience with linear accelerators and treatment planning/record-and-verify systems (e.g., Varian, Elekta, MOSAIQ, ARIA) Strong understanding of radiation safety and quality assurance principles Ability to meet facility-specific credentialing and compliance requirements