Radiation Therapist

Ackerman Cancer Center; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Ackerman Cancer Center in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to join our compassionate team. You will deliver precise, life-changing radiation treatments to patients in collaboration with our Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists.

Required qualifications include Radiation Oncology Therapy training, a Florida Radiation Therapist license, and BLS. Preference is given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree and experience with Elekta equipment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiation Oncology Therapy training.
• Current FL Radiation Therapist License.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned doses of radiation with accuracy and care to cancer patients.
• Perform daily equipment warm-ups, patient setups, and treatment delivery.
• Assist with simulation procedures and treatment planning to ensure safety and comfort.
• Operate advanced radiation therapy equipment with attention to quality assurance.
• Bring compassion, clear communication, and professionalism to patient interactions.

Skills

Pleasant manner

Service oriented

Organized

Team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Radiation Therapist License (FL)

Radiation Oncology Therapy training

Tools

Elekta equipment

Job description

Ackerman Cancer Center, the pioneering leader in cancer treatment, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Radiation Therapist to join our team. With the distinction of being the w orld's first physician-owned proton center , we are committed to providing innovative and patient-centric care.

At Ackerman Cancer Center, we believe in a work-life balance, ensuring your personal and professional fulfillment.Additionally , we are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as voluntary benefits, a 401k retirement plan, tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off (PTO).

Position Overview

We’re seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapistto join our compassionate care team. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering precise, life-changing radiation treatments to our patients in collaboration with our Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists.

Essential Job Functions

• Work directly with cancer patients, delivering carefully planned and closely monitored doses of radiation with accuracy and care.
• Perform daily equipment warm-ups, patient setups, and treatment delivery.
• Assist with simulation procedures and treatment planning, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of safety and comfort.
• Operate advanced radiation therapy equipment, including multiple treatment units, while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Bring compassion, clear communication, and professionalism to every patient interaction.

Requirements

Required

• Completion of Radiation Oncology Therapy training
• Current FL Radiation Therapist License
• Basic Life Support

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of Elekta equipment
• Dosimetry, CT/Simulations, and/or medical office clinical experience

Other Skills/Abilities

• Pleasant manner
• Service oriented
• Organized
• Team player

Hours

• Weekdays: We offer rotating shift assignments with flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance and accommodate personal needs whenever possible.