Radiation Therapist (SIGN-ON BONUS)
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Job Description
Be a Part of the Ackerman Advantage!
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 $10,000 sign-on bonus 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 Amelia Island location in Fernandina Beach, 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.
Discover Amelia Island
Amelia Island blends timeless coastal charm with a relaxed, upscale lifestyle, offering an inviting place to live, work, and unwind. Known for its pristine beaches, scenic waterways, and historic character, the island captures the best of Northeast Florida’s natural beauty and coastal culture.
Residents enjoy year-round outdoor recreation, championship golf courses, boating and fishing, locally owned restaurants and boutiques, and the distinctive charm of historic downtown Fernandina Beach.
From peaceful residential communities and waterfront living to vibrant local events and resort-style amenities, Amelia Island offers an exceptional quality of life where natural beauty, small-town character, and coastal sophistication come together.
Key Responsibilities
The Radiation Therapist will deliver precise radiation treatments to cancer patients in collaboration with oncologists and physicists. Responsibilities include performing equipment warm-ups, patient setups, and assisting with simulation procedures.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Radiation Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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