Radiation Therapist Job in Saint Louis, MO

You will work as a Radiation Therapist on the day shift at Mercy Hospital South in Saint Louis, Missouri. This is a 13-week travel assignment with a 5x8 schedule, working 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Weekend hours and float duties are required as needed by the facility. There are no call requirements.

Your responsibilities include:

• Administer planned radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by the radiation oncologist
• Perform patient simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and maintain accurate treatment records
• Verify patient identification and treatment parameters with 100% accuracy
• Perform daily imaging procedures and quality assurance checks
• Monitor patients for radiation-related side effects and communicate findings with the medical team

You will work with advanced equipment including Versa HD, Accuray Radixact, Cyberknife, Flexitron HDR, and Siemens CT systems. The facility uses Mosaiq and Epic EMR systems for documentation.

Requirements:

• Current ARRT certification and BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred, specifically with Elekta or accuracy equipment
• Flu vaccination or approved exemptions required from November 1 through April 1
• Black scrubs required; must comply with the facility's M Wear policy

You must demonstrate strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple team members while maintaining a patient-oriented approach. Weekly pay is $1,971. The assignment begins March 2, 2026.