Radiation Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Radiation Therapist I for the Central Alberta Cancer Centre in Red Deer. You will deliver prescribed radiation and assist in treatment planning using Eclipse, working with two TrueBeam accelerators and a Philips Big Bore CT-Simulator.

Open to therapists at all experience levels, including new graduates, with opportunities to develop planning skills. This temporary PT role supports patient care across central Alberta under CAMRT/ACMDTT guidelines.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiation Therapy program (Canada or accredited non-Canadian).
• Active or eligible for registration with ACMDTT.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation treatments to patients and assist in planning during simulation/planning.
• Assess patient reactions to treatment and document treatment plans.
• Educate patients about procedures, side effects and management; refer as needed.

Skills

BLS

Patient care

Education

Accredited Radiation Therapy program (Canada)

ACMDTT registration (active or eligible)

Tools

Varian TrueBeam

Philips Big Bore CT-Simulator

Eclipse planning software

Job description

The Central Alberta Cancer Center in Red Deer is looking for a Radiation Therapist to join our team in providing exceptional patient care for the people of central Alberta. The successful candidate will work on two TrueBeam Varian Linear Accelerators as well as a Philips Big Bore CT-Simulator. The department will also provide opportunities for the successful candidate to develop treatment planning skills using Eclipse software. The position is available for Radiation Therapists of all levels of experience and new graduates are welcome to apply.

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.

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Radiation Therapist I (ACB)
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: CACCRT
• Primary Location: Central Alberta Cancer Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $48.28
• Maximum Salary: $62.30
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Radiation Therapist I (ACB)
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: CACCRT
• Primary Location: Central Alberta Cancer Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 08-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 18-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-APR-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $48.28
• Maximum Salary: $62.30
• 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).

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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