Radiation Therapist I

NL Health Services; Newfoundland and Labrador; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NL Health Services is seeking a qualified Radiation Therapist I for their Cancer Care Program. The successful candidate will provide specialized radiation therapy services to patients in a hospital setting, ensure high-quality patient care, and work collaboratively with the oncology team. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary and potential signing incentives.

Benefits

Signing bonus up to $10,000

Come Home incentive up to $60,000

Relocation support

Student bursary up to $10,000

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy program is required.
• Current registration with CAMRT in Radiation Therapy.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide radiation services and patient care in line with established policies.
• Administer prescribed radiation treatments using complex equipment.
• Supervise and teach Radiation Therapy students during clinical placements.

Skills

Patient Care

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

Graduation from an approved/accredited degree/diploma program in Radiation Therapy

Current registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)

Job description

Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: Western Memorial
Radiation Therapist I (Revised)
Cancer Care Program- Radiation Therapy
Permanent Full-time
24416POS

Hours: 70 bi-weekly (8 hours; Days)

Salary: LX-28 ($49.80 - $58.66 per hour) ($33.48-$42.34 base rate plus $16.32 pensionable wage premium)
The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined:
1. Signing bonus up to $10,000
2. Come Home incentive up to $60,000
3. Relocation support
4. Student bursary up to $10,000
For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email [e-mail]

Competition Number: VAC0008362

Posted Date: 2025-03-04

Closing Date: Open until filled.

The Cancer Care Program has a provincial mandate to deliver cancer care to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. It operates the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre (DHBMCC) in St. John's, and regional cancer centres in Corner Brook, Gander and Grand Falls. The DHMBCC has four linear accelerators, an orthovoltage unit, an HDR Brachytherapy unit, two CT-Simulators, Eclipse Treatment Planning System and ARIA Radiation Oncology information system. The cancer centre in Corner Brook will be a satellite site with one linear accelerator and one CT simulator and will be offering a full complement of radiation therapy techniques. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Radiation Therapist I is responsible for:
Providing radiation services and patient care in accordance with established policies and standards of professional practice for radiation therapy.
Providing radiation services through treatment planning, delivery and follow up.
Providing individualized radiation therapy simulation, planning and treatments to patients in consultation with the oncology team.
Administering prescribed Radiation Treatments using complex equipment and clinical judgment following departmental policies and procedures and standards of care.
Using medical imaging equipment including X-ray, CT, and Ultrasound.
Performing Image Fusion with CT, MRI and/or PET to ensure treatments are delivered accurately.
Monitoring the progress of the patient and suggesting amendments to treatment plans when necessary.
Supervision, teaching, and evaluation of Radiation Therapy Students during their clinical placement.
Supervision and facilitating orientation of newly hired Radiation Therapists
Providing patient care through patient assessment, reviewing patient history, educating patients and families on the treatment process and side effects, and recommending self-care measures.
Assisting patients in the interpretation of the treatment plan and evaluating the patient?s understanding of treatment and side effects.
Ensuring that patients and their families are aware of services available in the Provincial Cancer Care Program and in the community.
Consulting with and/or referring patients to members of other health care disciplines as required. Consulting with Dosimetrists, Medical Physicists and Radiation Oncologists on optimal treatment parameters.
Maintaining patient records by collecting and documenting information related to the patient and health care history, radiation therapist assessment, symptom and side effect management, and patient and family education.
Performing quality assurance checks of equipment according to established policies and procedures, maintaining records of checks and taking appropriate action on equipment malfunctions.
Performing quality assurance checks of Patient Electronic Medical Record by following established policies and procedures, maintaining records of checks and taking appropriate action when necessary.
Radiation Therapists report to the Division Manager of Radiation Therapy.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly lifts or moves objects less than 10 lbs. (i.e. supplies, linens, charts, etc.), and occasionally objects between 10-50 lbs. (i.e. lead shielding, supplies, equipment, breast board, immobilization devices, and lifting beam modifying equipment), requiring strength and endurance.
Pushes and pulls patients over 50 lbs. in order to position/reposition them to perform treatments. Regularly stands, walks, or sits for extended periods when performing procedures/treatments, or reviewing data on monitors.
Constantly performs fine finger or precision work using various controls on machines requiring very controlled movements. Uses hand tools that require accurate control and steadiness.
Gross motor skills are also required to reposition patients. Job Qualifications Graduation from an approved/accredited degree/diploma program in Radiation Therapy is required. Current registration and member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) in Radiation Therapy is required. Current and continuing BLS certification is required.
Comprehensive knowledge of departmental, organizational, and professional standards.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful working relationships.
Demonstrated commitment to Eastern Health?s values of accountability, caring, collaboration, excellence, and respect.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/accredited degree/diploma program in Radiation Therapy is required. Current registration and member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) in Radiation Therapy is required.
Current and continuing BLS certification is required.
Comprehensive knowledge of departmental, organizational, and professional standards.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful working relationships.
Demonstrated commitment to Eastern Health?s values of accountability, caring, collaboration, excellence, and respect.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

*Effective May 1, 2025, all Medical Radiation Technologists and X - Ray Health Professionals will require registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals (NLCHP) in the appropriate discipline(s) in order to practice in Newfoundland and Labrador. The successful applicant is required to achieve registration by May 1, 2025.