Radiation Therapist

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual Health Access

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave Top-Up

Exclusive Corporate Discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority seeks a compassionate Radiation Therapist to join our teams across programs and locations, delivering patient-centred care in a collaborative environment. You will accurately prepare patients and charts for treatment, fabricate accessories, and participate in localization, delivery, and teaching.

The role involves external beam therapy, brachytherapy in the OR, and handling radioactive sources.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program in Canada or a recognized equivalent.
• Licensed/registered with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals.
• Proficient with relevant computer software and record/verify systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient and chart for radiation treatments with precision.
• Fabricate accessories (e.g., casts) as part of treatment setup.
• Perform treatment localization using simulator and CT with simulation software; calculate treatments.
• Deliver external beam therapy and brachytherapy across units and technologies; handle radioactive sources.
• Teach and precept Radiation Therapy students, residents, and visiting students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

French language skills (preferred)

Education

Graduate of accredited Radiation Therapy Program (Canada or recognized)

Job description

Job Title: Radiation Therapist - Eastern Zone

Department: CANC Radiation Therapy

Type of Employment: Permanent and Assignment Opportunities Available

Union: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union

How You Make an Impact

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province’s largest provider of health services — we are a team committed to excellence in health, healing and learning across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

We are seeking compassionate Radiation Therapist to join our teams across various programs and locations, providing patient-centred care within a collaborative healthcare environment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career and enjoying the exceptional lifestyle Nova Scotia has to offer.

At Nova Scotia Health, the Radiation Therapist accurately and precisely prepares a cancer patient and their chart for administration of a course of radiation treatments. This includes fabrication of accessories (such as casts), treatment localization (through operation of conventional simulator and operation of CT scanner with simulation software, treatment calculations (in-depth knowledge of treatment plans, dosimetry and outputs), data entry (for record and verify system and online image acquisition system)), treatment delivery including external beam therapy and brachytherapy in the OR (utilizing multiple different units and technologies), handling of radioactive sources and student teaching and precepting (for radiation therapy students, residents and visiting students).

Compensation

$46.79 - $57.32 Hourly ($91, 241- $111,774 annually)

What We Offer

Nova Scotia Health offers the following benefits for eligible positions:

• Virtual Health Access: Get convenient, on-demand care through Telus Health, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health — giving you and your family peace of mind wherever you are.


• Paid Vacation: Start your journey with three weeks of paid vacation each year, so you can relax, recharge, and do more of what you love.


• Parental Leave Top-Up: We proudly support growing families with a parental leave top-up, helping you focus on what matters most during life’s biggest moments.


• Exclusive Corporate Discounts: Enjoy access to a wide range of corporate discounts, saving you money on products, services, and experiences.


• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Eligible candidates can take advantage of a robust benefits program through Nova Scotia Health, including:


• Travel insurance


• Long-term disability protection


• Life insurance

About You

• Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program in Canada or a non-Canadian program recognized by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists


• License and registration with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals


• Excellent working knowledge of relevant computer software programs


• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills


• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

• Permanent full-time positions available; 75 hours bi-weekly


• Long assignment full-time positions available; 75 hours bi-weekly

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.