Radiation Therapist - TrueBeam/Halcyon
Location: Columbus, OH
Start Date: 02-09-2026
End Date: 05-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Day shift). First week onboarding: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Note: 10-hour shifts may be scheduled during holiday weeks to accommodate guaranteed 40 hours; variable shifts possible as needed.
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 Varian TrueBeam and Halcyon linear accelerators to deliver precise radiation treatments
- Perform CBCT/kV/mV imaging and setup verification to ensure accurate patient positioning
- Execute chart checks and collaborate with the radiation oncology team for safe treatment delivery
- Apply stereotactic radiosurgery and DIBH techniques where indicated to optimize patient outcomes
- Assist with dosimetry tasks and electron field setups when needed
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care for adults and pediatric patients across outpatient and acute settings
- Participate in orientation and team training during the first week to ensure smooth integration
Qualifications
- Current Ohio state license required
- ARRT (Radiation Therapy) registry required
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of radiation therapy experience; 5 years preferred
- Competency with Varian TrueBeam, Halcyon, and ARIA (version 15 preferred)
- Experience with VisionRT/OSMS is a plus
- Comfort working in teaching hospital environments preferred
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required per facility guideline
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program or equivalent clinical training (or completion of an ARRT-approved program)
Knowledge & Skills
- Varian TrueBeam and Halcyon linear accelerator operation
- ARIA oncology information system (version 15 familiarity a plus)
- CBCT/kV/mV imaging and image-guided radiation therapy workflows
- DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold) technique experience
- Stereotactic radiosurgery procedures and setup
- Dosimetry basics and chart checking best practices
- Ability to respond to emergency situations (Crash Cart / Defibrillator familiarity)
- Experience treating a range of diagnoses including head & neck, CNS, pediatric cancers, and more
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- Paid time off so you can recharge (we actually encourage it)
- Life insurance and workplace protections for peace of mind
- Licensure support and assistance to help maintain or obtain state credentials
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities to grow your skills
- Supportive team culture that values your expertise and work-life balance
- Orientation and 40 hours of onboarding to set you up for success
- Simple dress code: scrubs (black pants, any top) — comfortable and practical
Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH
Explore Columbus in your free time: stroll the Short North Arts District for galleries and boutiques, wander historic German Village for great dining and brick-lined streets, visit the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and check out COSI for hands-on fun. Catch a Buckeye game at Ohio Stadium or spend a relaxing afternoon along the Scioto Mile. For weekend adventures, Hocking Hills is about an hour away for hiking and waterfalls, and Cleveland or Cincinnati are easy road trips for cultural highlights.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Radiation Therapist - TrueBeam/Halcyon? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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