Radiation Therapists are key members of the interdisciplinary teams at all BC Cancer centres. You’ll work with state-of-the-art technology to deliver cancer care treatments, including brachytherapy and external beam radiation therapy. Work with highly experienced, professional health care specialists who, like you, are fully dedicated to providing exemplary, compassionate cancer care.
Build your career in Radiation Therapy from one of our six regional cancer centres, located throughout B.C., in Prince George, Kelowna, Abbotsford, Surrey, Victoria, and Vancouver.
Our provincial network of cancer care specialists includes 350 Radiation Therapists, 110 Radiation Oncologists, 70 Medical Physicists, 500 nurses, and numerous other health professionals, researchers, and support positions who contribute to supporting patients across B.C.
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BC Cancer is growing, with two additional regional centres planned within the next few years. New job opportunities will be available as we continue to serve more patients across B.C. As part of a provincial service, our teams work collaboratively with their colleagues across B.C., who are available to consult, mentor and train fellow health care providers.
Radiation Therapists have extensive opportunities for leadership advancement early in their career path. The typical progression for a therapist wishing to advance into a leadership role consists of: Radiation Therapist, Resource Therapist, Lead Radiation Therapist, and Management/Leadership roles.
Specialty areas vary by site. An orientation plan will be tailored to best meet your goals and interests. Specialty areas can include the following:
- Brachytherapy
- CT Simulation
- Dosimetry
At each of BC Cancer’s regional cancer centres, Radiation Therapists provide cancer care and treatments for patients, as valued members of the interdisciplinary team. Each centre offers external beam radiation therapy treatment for patients, and with some centres also offering brachytherapy and specialized treatments for specific cancers.
- 2 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- SABR & Motion Management
- Brachytherapy
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Clinical Trials
- 5 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- SABR & Motion Management
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Surface Guided Radiation Therapy
- Orthovoltage
- Clinical Trials
- 6 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- SABR & Motion Management
- Brachytherapy
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Surface Guided Radiation Therapy
- Superficial
- Clinical Trials
- 1 Varian Ethos Machine with Adaptive Radiotherapy
- 4 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- SABR & Motion Management
- Brachytherapy
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Surface Guided Radiation Therapy
- Orthovoltage
- Clinical Trials
- 4 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- SABR & Motion Management
- Brachytherapy
- Surface Guided Radiation Therapy
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Clinical Trials
- 7 Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerators
- Brainlab ExacTrac Imaging
- SABR & Motion Management
- Brachytherapy
- Surface Guided Radiation Therapy
- Intracranial SRS/SRT
- Clinical Trials
Join us after you pass the CAMRT exam, and start building your career at BC Cancer. We are able to provide conditional offers of employment (based on a passing grade of the CAMRT exam, a criminal records check and reference checks).
Support is available for candidates wishing to relocate:
- Up to $3,000 relocation allowance if moving within the province
- Up to $5,000 relocation allowance if moving from outside of B.C.
- Reimbursement of CAMRT exam fees (upon passing grade)
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Yes!
- Up to $3,000 located within the province
- Up to $5,000 from outside of B.C.
Each offer of assistance is made to recognize the individual’s specific circumstance. Please email careers@bccancer.bc.ca to learn more about relocation assistance.
Yes! Eligible PHSA employees can access our Growth and Development Fund, which offers $5000 every 12 months for tuition and books, and $2000 every 12 months for reimbursement of event fees, travel, accommodation, and meals.
Degree in Radiation Therapy or recognized certificate and Canadian Association for Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) Certified.
Within the preceding five (5) years, the successful completion of Radiation Therapy training program or active employment as a Radiation Therapist.
- Two week full-time orientation with the option to extend as needed
- Multiple check-ins with RTT Educators
- Personalized education plan is created based on what previous experience you are bringing
- Supernumerary for the duration of your orientation
