Oncology Radiation Therapist — Per Diem

UNC Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health in Raleigh, NC is seeking a per diem Radiation Therapist to administer radiation therapy per physician plans. The role involves data entry, patient education, and coordination with physicians and physicists to support treatment planning and delivery.

The position requires CAHEA‑accredited education and ARRT certification or eligibility within one year. No prior experience is required, and the team emphasizes safety, documentation, and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Radiation Therapy Technologist program approved by CAHEA.
• ARRT certification or board eligibility (must obtain within one year of hire).
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administers radiation therapy per physician instructions and treatment plan.
• Assist team to prepare physical and technical treatment aspects and construct immobilization devices as ordered.
• Maintain patient and billing records including dosages and reactions per department policy.
• Perform routine and complex treatments such as total body irradiation, radiosurgery, brachytherapy per standards.
• Prepare equipment/room, ensure safety with protective measures and perform QA procedures.
• Provide on-the-job instruction and evaluation for student radiation therapists.

Skills

Radiation therapy

Patient education

Quality assurance

Data entry

Education

CAHEA-approved program

Job description

UNC Health in Raleigh, NC is seeking a per diem Radiation Therapist to administer radiation therapy per physician plans. The role involves data entry, patient education, and coordination with physicians and physicists to support treatment planning and delivery.

The position requires CAHEA‑accredited education and ARRT certification or eligibility within one year. No prior experience is required, and the team emphasizes safety, documentation, and patient care.