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Bon Secours Mercy Health
Richmond, Virginia

Radiation Therapist - Richmond Radiation Oncology

Radiation TherapistIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$38.64 - $61.82/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

​Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Radiation Therapist – Richmond Radiation Oncology

Job Summary

This role directs the daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and promotes radiation therapy standards and safety standards. This role is actively involved in patient care and assists in planning services to achieve hospital objectives. The Radiation Therapist works under the guidance of the Radiation Oncologist, Physicist, and Manager to deliver high-quality care and services.

Essential Functions

  • Sets up treatment rooms, devices, and parameters as ordered by the Radiation Oncologist.
  • Identifies patients and monitors them during treatment.
  • Reinforces instructions and maintains patient markings.
  • Positions patients according to prescriptions, requiring physical effort and mental application.
  • Coordinates treatment area activities and scheduling.
  • Documents thoroughly in treatment records.
  • Performs simulations, brachytherapy procedures, and daily quality checks on equipment.
  • Maintains equipment, reports problems, and observes radiation safety practices.
  • Assists in treatment device changes and follows instructions from Radiation Oncologists.
  • Performs ancillary duties, such as filing, answering phones, and monitoring supplies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

N/A

Required Licensing & Certifications

License in State of practice in Radiation Oncology (required, except for candidates hired to acute care sites in Virginia)

  • Radiation Oncology Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (required)
  • CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)

Experience

1 year Experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

  • Communicates effectively by demonstrating strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Reads and interprets written/ oral instructions.
  • Set and meets deadlines.
  • Prioritizes work.
  • Works independently.
  • Identifies and understands issues and problems.
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to change.

Training

N/A

Range

  • Minimum: $38.64
  • Maximum: $61.82
  • Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts

  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
  • Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Radiology - Oncology - Richmond Radiation Oncology - Radiation Oncology

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

Key Responsibilities

Directs daily operations of the treatment area to ensure quality patient care and adherence to radiation therapy safety standards. Responsible for setting up treatment rooms, positioning patients, and performing simulations and brachytherapy procedures.

Requirements

Requires ARRT certification in Radiation Oncology and CPR certification, along with a state license in the practice of Radiation Oncology. One year of experience in Radiation Therapy and CT Simulation is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient MonitoringTreatment PlanningInterpersonal CommunicationTime ManagementProblem SolvingEquipment Maintenance

Mental Health Therapy Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Radiation Therapist Jobs

14 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution14 jobs · 11 employers

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3
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$200k+

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution14 jobs · 11 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Radiation Therapist II

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$70.83-$99.15/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist

Montage Health · Monterey, California

$72.18-$96.52/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist - Pacific Cancer Care

$75-$95/hr
#4

San Luis Obispo Radiation Therapist II

$65.1-$91.14/hr
+ 12 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Richmond

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$342k
Typical market rent
$1,648/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Richmond, VA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Bon Secours Mercy Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Cincinnati, Ohio
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Incentives
Referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription coverage