Staff Radiation Therapist

Location: Galveston, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Person
Employment Status: Direct Hire
Compensation Range:

• Minimum: $84,538
• Midpoint: $109,900
• Maximum: $135,262

Final salary will be discussed directly with the employer during the interview process.

Position Overview

A respected healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Staff Radiation Therapist to support high-quality radiation oncology services in a collaborative clinical environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who is committed to precision treatment delivery, patient-centered care, and clinical excellence.

The Staff Radiation Therapist plays a vital role in safely administering radiation therapy treatments, maintaining advanced treatment equipment, and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and safety standards. The organization values teamwork, continuous learning, and a strong commitment to patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed radiation therapy treatments accurately and safely using advanced treatment machines and CT simulation systems
• Rotate across therapy machines and simulators, performing all assigned procedures efficiently and in accordance with established protocols
• Generate and maintain electronic treatment charts based on physician prescriptions and computerized treatment plans
• Accurately document daily treatments, patient data, and billing information in electronic medical records
• Ensure strict compliance with radiation safety guidelines to protect patients, staff, and self
• Apply clinical knowledge of radiation therapy techniques, treatment rationale, and oncology principles
• Collaborate with physicians, medical physicists, and dosimetrists to ensure accurate dose delivery, field setup, and use of beam-modifying devices
• Monitor treatment equipment performance and assist with quality assurance, calibration, and commissioning activities
• Prepare and educate patients prior to treatment; monitor patient condition and comfort throughout therapy sessions
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Evaluate patient responses to treatment and escalate clinical concerns as appropriate
• Support the clinical training and supervision of radiation therapy students
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, and professional competencies
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and professional treatment environment
• Participate in annual performance benchmarks and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Medical Association–accredited Radiation Therapy program
• Certification in Radiation Therapy Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Active Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist license
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of professional experience in radiation therapy
• Experience working with Varian radiation therapy equipment
• Certification in Computed Tomography (CT)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety
• Technical expertise in radiation oncology treatment delivery
• Excellent critical thinking, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills

Why This Opportunity

This direct-hire role offers competitive compensation, advanced clinical technology, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive and patient-focused oncology environment. Professionals who value precision, collaboration, and delivering meaningful care will find this position highly rewarding.

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