Radiation Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Calgary seeks a Radiation Therapist I to join their innovative Cancer Care team. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, using advanced treatment technologies, while providing exceptional patient care. Candidates are encouraged to grow their skills in a collaborative environment with opportunities for relocation expense reimbursement. Ideal for a dedicated professional with a recognized degree and registration eligibility.

Benefits

Relocation expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy in Canada.
• Active or eligible for registration with ACMDTT.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation treatment to patients and document treatment plans.
• Educate patients about treatment procedures and side effects.
• Assist in planning patient's care treatments.

Skills

Patient Education

Documentation

Physical Duty Capability

Education

Accredited program in Radiation Therapy

Job description

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Your Opportunity:

Are you looking for a once in a lifetime opportunity to demonstrate and grow your radiation therapy skills in a new state of the art facility, built for the future of Cancer Care? Cancer Care Alberta is currently looking for a Radiation Therapist to join our team at the new Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary. Reporting to the Manager of Radiation Therapy, you will join a dedicated and collaborative interdisciplinary team comprised of Radiation Therapists, Dosimetrists, Oncologists, Medical Physicists, Allied Health, Nursing and Administrative professionals. Growing your career at the Arthur Child will encompass a bright modern facility design that bridges leading research and treatment options with an overarching goal of continuous advancement and the best in patient cancer care. You will work with innovative treatment technologies and equipment that include but will not be limited to CT, PETCT, MRI simulators, MR Linacs utilizing adaptive treatment workflows, external beam radiation with Varian True Beam Linacs, Edge Linear Accelerators, MRI guided brachytherapy, a provincial TBI program, Dosimetry specialization opportunities and much more. Join our passionate Radiation Therapy team that is dedicated to exceptional patient care and promotes a progressive, positive, fun work environment. Please note successful candidates may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement that align with organizational policy and schedules. There will be 4 positions available for this posting.

Description:

As a Radiation Therapist I, you will deliver a prescribed course of radiation treatment to patients and assist in the efficient, safe and accurate planning of patient's care during simulation and/or planning procedures according to the direction of a Radiation Oncologist. You will assess each patient's reactions to treatment, document treatment plans, and maintain patient records. Additionally, you will educate patients about treatment procedures, side effects, and appropriate management strategies to mitigate the side effects of treatment, making referrals to other health professionals as needed.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Radiation Therapist I (ACB) Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Radiation Trtmt Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 10-JUL-2025 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 20-JUL-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $44.17 Maximum Salary: $57.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited program in Radiation Therapy in Canada or accredited non-Canadian program. Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists (ACMDTT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Active or eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Must be able to perform all physical duties of the position including lifting and moving for extended periods of time. Basic Life Support (BLS). Students in their final year of a recognized Radiation Therapy program are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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