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 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.
Discover Jacksonville
Jacksonville combines laid-back coastal living with the energy of a growing city, offering something for every lifestyle. From its beautiful Atlantic beaches and scenic riverfronts to its vibrant dining, arts, and entertainment scene, Jacksonville delivers the best of Northeast Florida in one destination.
Residents enjoy year-round outdoor recreation, diverse neighborhoods, top-rated golf courses, and one of the largest urban park systems in the country.
Whether you are drawn to the charm of historic districts, the excitement of downtown, or the relaxed atmosphere of the beach communities, Jacksonville offers an exceptional quality of life with plenty of room to live, work, and explore.
Key Responsibilities
The Radiation Therapist will deliver precise radiation treatments to cancer patients in collaboration with oncologists and physicists. They are responsible for performing equipment warm-ups, patient setups, and assisting with simulation and treatment planning 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, 72% require no weekends.
Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Radiation Therapy listings in Florida | 47 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All radiation therapy listings in Florida | 50 active | 665 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 4% offer loan repayment665 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Radiation Therapy listings | 168 in the last 30 days | 151 the 30 days before (+11%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Radiation Therapy pay trend (all specialties) | +3.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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