RADIATION THERAPIST

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health is seeking a Radiation Therapist in Camden, NJ. The role involves delivering radiation treatment per physician prescription and performing CT simulations to optimize patient positioning.

The team uses EMR systems to document treatment details and coordinate care, while maintaining patient education and a compassionate approach. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years of experience, and completion of an approved Radiation Therapy program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years radiation therapy experience preferred.
• Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiation treatment to patients according to the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.
• Perform CT Simulation as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist to optimize the patient's treatment position.
• Utilize EMR systems to record patient treatment delivery, document positioning information, and communicate care-related information.
• Provide patient education and support to ensure a positive experience.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Radiation Therapist

Camden, NJ

Job ID 67322

Job Type Per Diem

Shift Day

Specialty Radiology

About us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals - its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children's Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America's Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org (opens in new window) to learn more.

Short Description

The radiation therapists deliver radiation treatments to patients and perform CT simulation as ordered by the radiation oncologist to optimize the patient's treatment position in comfort and reproducibility

• Deliver radiation treatment to patients according to the Radiation Oncologist's prescription
• Perform CT Simulation as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist to optimize the patient's treatment position in comfort and reproducibility
• Utilize the hospital and Radiation Oncology EMR systems to record patient treatment delivery, document patient positioning information, and communicate any pertinent information regarding the patient's care coordination
• The radiation therapist will ensure a positive and compassionate patient experience by providing support and education
• Perform daily morning QA on linear accelerators and CT simulator
• Participate in on-call procedure
• Schedule patients for simulation and treatment
• Perform daily billing for treatment and simulation
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas
• Mold Room Duties

• Elekta Infinity Linear Accelerators
• Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
• Elekta Unity MR Linear Accelerator
• AlignRT
• Brachytherapy
• Philips Big Bore CT
• Mosaiq
• EPIC

Experience Required

0-2 Years

Education Requirements

HIGH SCHOOL OR GED

License/Certification Requirements

Radiation Therapy

Graduate of an approved program in Radiation Therapy

Hourly Rate Min

$41

Hourly Rate Max

$70

The New Jersey Pay Transparency Act requires disclosure of the pay range for this position.

A salary offer will vary based on the job role, candidate experience, qualifications, internal pay equity and market data.

Cooper University Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all team members. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law or regulation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail]