Radiation Therapist (SIGN-ON BONUS)

Ackerman Cancer Center; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Ackerman Cancer Center in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a dedicated Radiation Therapist to deliver precise radiation treatments in collaboration with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists at our Mandarin location.

Requirements include FL Radiation Therapist license and Radiation Oncology Therapy training; preferred: Bachelor's degree, Elekta knowledge, dosimetry/CT/Simulations, and clinical experience. Full-time, benefits package, sign-on bonus and relocation assistance offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiation Oncology Therapy training.
• Current FL Radiation Therapist License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and closely monitored radiation doses.
• Perform daily equipment warm-ups, patient setup and treatment delivery.
• Assist with simulation and treatment planning for safety and comfort.
• Operate radiation therapy equipment with accuracy and QA.
• Maintain compassionate, professional patient interactions.

Education

Completion of Radiation Oncology Therapy training (credential)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Basic Life Support

Team player; service oriented; organized

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 world's first physician-owned proton center, we are committed to providing innovative and patient-centric care. Now offering a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for a qualified Radiation Therapists!

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 Therapist to join our compassionate care team at our Mandarin location in Jacksonville, Florida. 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:

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

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