Radiation Therapist / Radiation Oncology / PRN
Compensation
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Job Description
Summary of Performance Expectations
Performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures involving the application of x-rays and radioactive materials to patients for treatment purposes, under the clinical supervision of a Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist.
Properly positions patients using both external markers and internal anatomy to ensure accurate treatment of prescribed radiation dose. Operates and maintains specialized equipment. Prepares and maintains patient records and reports.
Education and Credentials
Required
Graduate of an accredited program for Radiation Therapists. Registered. ARRT in Radiation Therapy or registry eligible. BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within one month of employment date.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree.
Work Experience
Required
One or more years of radiation therapy experience. May consider bachelor’s degree in lieu of one year work experience. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.
Preferred
About Catawba Valley Medical Center
Comprehensive, Accessible Healthcare Services in the Catawba Valley
As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.
Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.
At A Glance
- Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
- American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center
High Level of Technical Care from Medical Experts
Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.
One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital.
No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.
Key Responsibilities
The radiation therapist performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures under clinical supervision to ensure accurate treatment delivery. They are responsible for positioning patients, operating specialized equipment, and maintaining detailed patient records.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited radiation therapy program and hold ARRT registration or registry eligibility. A BCLS certification is required, along with at least one year of relevant work experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Radiation Therapy Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Of the 50 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
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