Radiation Therapist - $10,000 sign-on bonus

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

$10,000 sign-on bonus! Are you passionate about precision, patient care, and making a meaningful impact in oncology? Join our dedicated team at Meritus Medical Center as a Radiation Therapist , where your expertise will directly support life-saving treatments and compassionate care. What You’ll Do As a vital member of our Cancer Center team, you’ll: Coordinate and perform simulations for accurate treatment planning Assist with intracavitary and interstitial implants Verify and document treatment parameters in VARIS and Meditech systems Deliver radiation therapy with precision and adherence to safety regulations Communicate clearly with patients and families, ensuring comfort and understanding Manage billing and charge entries accurately and efficiently Your Impact You’ll be the hands and heart behind the technology—ensuring every patient receives safe, effective, and empathetic treatment. From simulation to final session, your role is essential to the healing journey. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent A.A./A.S. in Radiologic Technology or Radiation Therapy Technology Completion of a 12-month specialized Radiation Therapy program ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy Maryland Radiation Therapist License Current BLS (CPR) certification One year of experience preferred Physical & Mental Requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and close attention to detail. You’ll need strong communication skills and the ability to concentrate on complex tasks for extended periods. Working Conditions Expect regular exposure to radiation and occasional contact with hazardous materials, blood, and body fluids—all within a highly regulated and safety-conscious environment. Day to Day Job responsibilities: Includes but not limited to daily treatments, documentation, simulation preparation and performance, patient communication, weekly peer to peer/chart review meeting, collaboration with physics/dosimetry/therapy/nursing/front end team, assist with on treatment visits if necessary, and machine warmups. Number of Physicians in Group: 2 Support Staff: 6 Radiation Therapists, 1Technical Supervisor, 1 Dosimetrists, 2 Physicists, 2 Nurses, 3 Front End Patient Service, 4 clinical nurse navigators, 1 financial counselor and 2 authorization specialists Work Hours: 40 hrs./week, M-F Treatment Load: 20-30 patients per machine (~50 total per day) Equipment & Planning Software: Varian Truebeam (x2), 1 Siemens GO Open Pro CT Simulator, EPIC Scheduling, Eclipse and MIM EMR System: ARIA Record & Verify: VARIAN/ARIA Education & Certification Requirements: RT(T)(ARRT) ; Maryland state license Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-dri

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A.A./A.S. in Radiologic Technology or Radiation Therapy Technology
• Completion of a 12-month specialized Radiation Therapy program
• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy
• Maryland Radiation Therapist License
• Current BLS (CPR) certification
• This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and close attention to detail.
• You’ll need strong communication skills and the ability to concentrate on complex tasks for extended periods.
• Expect regular exposure to radiation and occasional contact with hazardous materials, blood, and body fluids—all within a highly regulated and safety-conscious environment.
• RT(T)(ARRT)
• Maryland state license

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform simulations for accurate treatment planning
• Assist with intracavitary and interstitial implants
• Verify and document treatment parameters in VARIS and Meditech systems
• Deliver radiation therapy with precision and adherence to safety regulations
• Communicate clearly with patients and families, ensuring comfort and understanding
• Manage billing and charge entries accurately and efficiently
• Includes but not limited to daily treatments, documentation, simulation preparation and performance, patient communication, weekly peer to peer/chart review meeting, collaboration with physics/dosimetry/therapy/nursing/front end team, assist with on treatment visits if necessary, and machine warmups.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• education assistance program
• employee assistance program
• employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees