Posted 13 days ago
Radiation Therapist I
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary Radiation Therapist I at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre in the Eastern Zone. The role delivers precisely measured radiation treatments to patients, prepares and positions them, and keeps accurate treatment records. The posting lists a salary of CAD 33.48 to 42.34 per hour, with the start and end dates open until filled.
Responsibilities:
- Administer radiation treatments per physician prescription
- Position patients and set up treatment accurately
- Explain procedures and side effects to patients
- Record daily treatment parameters
- Perform weekly quality assurance checks on treatment charts
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from an approved Radiation Therapy program
- Current CAMRT registration in Radiation Therapy
- Member in good standing with CAMRT
- Satisfactory record of work performance
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push or pull patients
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Source and dates
Source type not verified · nlhs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CAMRT registration |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Radiation Therapy |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 979 |
Job description
| Zone: Eastern Zone Location: NCT - Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre Radiation Therapist I Eastern Zone - NCT RADIATION ONC THER Temp Call-In NAPE LX |
|---|
| Hours | (; ) |
| Salary | LX28000 (CAD33.48 - CAD42.34 per hour) |
| Competition Number | VAC0030589 |
| Posted Date | 2026-10-27 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary The Radiation Therapist I provides a high standard of technical performance and patient care in the planning and delivery of accurate and precise treatment with ionizing radiation. This includes the administration of radiation treatments according to physician's prescription and set-up instructions to deliver a precisely measured dose to the defined tumour volume with minimal damage to the surrounding tissue. The Radiation Therapist I also assists in maintaining the daily appointment system through discussion with the Radiation Therapist II and the booking clerk; explains procedures, treatments and side effects to patients; participates in the simulation process to ensure accuracy and reproducibility of all positioning required for patient treatment; maintains accurate treatment records by recording treatment parameters daily to furnish documentary evidence of patient's treatment; participates in departmental quality assurance programs; performs weekly quality assurance checks on treatment charts; and performs other related duties. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Regularly lifts or moves objects less than 10 lbs. (i.e. supplies, linens, charts, etc.), and occasionally objects between 10-50 lbs. (i.e. lead shielding, supplies, equipment, breast board, immobilization devices, and lifting beam modifying equipment), requiring strength and endurance. Pushes and pulls patients over 50 lbs. in order to position/reposition them to perform treatments. Regularly stands, walks, or sits for extended periods when performing procedures/treatments, or reviewing data on monitors. Constantly performs fine finger or precision work using various controls on machines requiring very controlled movements. Uses hand tools that require accurate control and steadiness. Gross motor skills are also required to reposition patients. Job Qualifications Graduation from an approved (recognized) Radiation Therapy program is required. Current registration and member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) in Radiation Therapy is required. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. |
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