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Suffolk, Virginia

Radiation Therapist - Harbour Medical Center

Radiation TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$38.64-$61.82/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

*Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus Available*

Full time - 40 hours - Days

Bon Secours

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.

Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Radiation Therapist – Harbour Medical Center

Job Summary

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Functions

  • Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
  • Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
  • Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
  • Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
  • Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
  • Documents thoroughly in treatment records.
  • Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
  • Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.
  • Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
  • Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

N/A

Required Licensing & Certifications

License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia)

  • Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
  • CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Experience

1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

  • Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
  • Set and meets deadlines.
  • Prioritizes work.
  • Works independently.
  • Identifies and understands issues and problems.
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Training

  • N/A
  • Range

Minimum: $38.64

Maximum: $61.82

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Key Responsibilities

The Radiation Therapist directs daily operations in the treatment area, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to safety standards. They are responsible for positioning patients, performing simulations, and maintaining treatment equipment under the guidance of medical professionals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a license in the state of practice for Radiation Oncology and possess a certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). A CPR certification is also required, and one year of experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningEquipment maintenanceDocumentationCommunicationProblem solvingFlexibilityTime management

Radiation Therapy Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 25% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Top Radiation Therapist Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs

4
<$145k
5
$145k-165k
0
$165k-185k
2
$185k-205k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution11 jobs

0
1-2
0
3-4
1
5-6
10
7-8
0
9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Radiation Therapist II-2

Sutter Health · Sumter, South Carolina

$65.1-$91.14/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist - Radiology Oncology

Providence · Santa Rosa, California

$58.07-$90.14/hr
#3

Lead Proton Radiation Therapist

$48.51-$79.07/hr
#4

Radiation Therapist

$50.24-$75.36/hr
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Radiation Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 592 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Suffolk

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$334k
Typical market rent
$2,049/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Bon Secours

Medical Practices
College Park, Georgia
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Competitive pay
Incentives
Referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurance