Are you a skilled and compassionate Radiation Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in veteran healthcare? We are seeking a qualified Therapeutic Radiation Therapist (TRT) to join the oncology team at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, WA. This contract role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility delivering critical cancer treatment to veterans using advanced radiologic technologies. If you are committed to clinical excellence and thrive in a collaborative, patient-focused environment, we encourage you to apply for this important position.

WORKSITE: VA Puget Sound Health Care System (Seattle VAMC), 1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)

PAY RATE: $53.00 per hour

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)

• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families

• Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short-Term Disability

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Administer therapeutic radiation treatment to 15–25 patients daily

• Schedule patients to optimize treatment time and accommodate emergencies

• Operate Varian TrueBeam linear accelerator, including Onboard Imaging and CBCT

• Perform warm-up and safety checks on treatment machines, report issues outside approved parameters

• Apply imaging and treatment techniques including MV, KV, CBCT, Electron, 3D CRT, IMRT, and VMAT SRBT/SRS

• Utilize SGRT systems (preferably VisionRT) for simulations and breath hold treatments

• Conduct CT treatment planning and create patient-specific immobilization devices

• Deliver prescribed therapeutic radiation doses and ensure treatment consent is obtained

• Maintain accurate patient records using ARIA EMR and radiation treatment charts

• Assist patients with safe transfers using proper aids

• Administer contrast materials per protocol

• Capture port/verification films and comply with Seattle VAMC PPE and vaccination rules

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited program in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology

• ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy with at least 2 years of experience

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or Military Training Network

• Minimum 3 years of experience with:

  • Varian TrueBeam systems

  • Therapeutic radiation treatment for cancer

  • 3D CRT, IMRT, IGRT techniques

  • ARIA EMR system

  • Client CT Simulator (or equivalent)

• Unrestricted license to practice Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry in any U.S. state, territory, or D.C.

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Prior VA experience is preferred and considered more favorable

• Candidates must provide:

  • Clinical references to verify practice within the past year

Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources, screens, and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.

Founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with over 50 years of combined experience, Fortuna is headquartered in McClellan, California, with offices in Los Angeles, New York, the Philippines, and Israel. We are active members of multiple California service agreements including CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), and CalPERS SpringFed Pool.

📍 Learn more at: www.gofortuna.com