Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Patient Care, Medical Terminology, Radiation Safety, EMR Systems, Clinical Support
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Patient triage, Physical examinations, Neurosurgery, Spine care, Diagnostic procedures
Durham, North Carolina, United States · Remote OK
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Skills: Inpatient Coding, Compliance Auditing, Medical Billing, Provider Education, Risk Analysis
Durham, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
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Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duk…
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Patient Intake, Vital Sign Collection, EMR Updating, Medication Reconciliation, Phlebotomy
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Sterile Aseptic Technique, Surgical Instrumentation, Patient Care, Sponge and Needle Counts, Anatomy Knowledge
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusi…
Skills: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Digital Pathology, AI Image Analysis
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusi…
Skills: Clinical Research Coordination, Regulatory Submissions, Patient Recruitment, Data Collection, IRB Documentation
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advanc…
Skills: X-ray Equipment Operation, Radiographic Exposure Techniques, Radiation Safety, Patient Positioning, Fluoroscopic Procedures
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Nursing Process, Patient Assessment, Infusion Therapy, Patient Education, Clinical Documentation
Durham, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
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Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duk…
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$34/hr
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Skills: Immunohistochemical Analysis, Mammalian Cell Culture, Western Blot, DNA Purification, RNA Purification
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$29/hr
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Patient Scheduling, Patient Registration, Medical Terminology, Customer Service, Data Entry
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Professional Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Nursing Process, Care Planning, Clinical Supervision
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advanc…
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Skills: Utilization Review, Medical Necessity Assessment, Case Management, Clinical Documentation, Denials Management
Durham, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Durham, North Carolina, United States • On-site
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Supports licensed radiation therapists by preparing treatment rooms and equipment while providing compassionate care to oncology patients. Ensures efficient clinical workflow and adheres to strict radiation safety and institutional protocols.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree in a healthcare field preferred. Prior experience in clinical support, specifically within oncology or radiology, is strongly preferred.
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Location: Duke University Hospital
Work Week: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm
Job Summary:
The Radiation Therapist Assistant at Duke University Hospital supports licensed radiation therapists and oncology care teams in delivering patient-centered care. As part of a leading academic medical center, this role contributes to exceptional patient care by ensuring efficient workflow, maintaining a safe treatment environment, and enhancing the patient experience throughout the course of radiation therapy.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, linear accelerators, and related equipment for daily clinical use
Escort patients and provide compassionate support, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout treatment visits
Supports coordination of patient appointments in collaboration with clinical teams
Adhere to all radiation safety, infection prevention, and institutional protocols
Assist with departmental workflow optimization
Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and ensure readiness of treatment areas
Contribute to a collaborative, academic environment by supporting teaching and research activities as appropriate
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in a healthcare-related field preferred
Prior experience in a healthcare or clinical support role strongly preferred, ideally in oncology or radiology
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and patient care practices
Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, academic healthcare environment
Basic computer proficiency: experience with EMR systems preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in radiation oncology or cancer care setting
Familiarity with radiation safety practices
CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
Interest in academic medicine, research, or healthcare advancement
Work Environment:
Fast-paced academic medical center with a focus on innovation, education, and clinical excellence
Direct patient interaction in oncology treatment settings
Requires adherence to strict safety and regulatory standards
Physical Requirements:
Ability to assist patients with mobility and positioning
Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting as needed in a clinical environment
Why Join Duke:
Work at a nationally recognized academic medical center known for excellence in oncology care
Opportunities for professional growth, education, and career advancement
Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge
Reports To:
Radiation Oncology Chief Therapist or Lead Radiation Therapist
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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Duke Health Technology Solutions is a robust, specialized division of Duke University Health System dedicated to the development and management of enterprise IT systems. A 2018 Davies Award Recipient, Duke Health is nationally recognized for IT and information management as the first healthcare system to be awarded top honors by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) for inpatient, ambulatory and analytics health information technology capabilities. As a ‘Most Wired’ health system, our employees are among the top-skilled IT experts in the Triangle and work with leading scholars and researchers across Duke University to develop innovative technologies that support our mission of delivering tomorrow's healthcare today.
Offices: 2424 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27715, US
View all jobs at Duke Health Technology SolutionsDuke Health Technology Solutions is a robust, specialized division of Duke University Health System dedicated to the development and management of enterprise IT systems. A 2018 Davies Award Recipient, Duke Health is nationally recognized for IT and information management as the first healthcare system to be awarded top honors by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) for inpatient, ambulatory and analytics health information technology capabilities. As a ‘Most Wired’ health system, our employees are among the top-skilled IT experts in the Triangle and work with leading scholars and researchers across Duke University to develop innovative technologies that support our mission of delivering tomorrow's healthcare today.
Offices: 2424 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27715, US
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