Radiation Therapist (Radiation Oncology Mays Cancer Center)

UT Health San Antonio

2 months ago

United States~$50k(est.)Full TimeOncology

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UT Health San Antonio as a Radiation Therapist (Radiation Oncology Mays Cancer Center) in United States. Under general supervision, responsible for assisting with the administration of targeted doses of radiation as prescribed by a radiologist in the treatment cancer and other diseases. Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees.

Benefits & Compensation

Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Disability

Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non

work related illness or injury prevents you from working. FSAs

Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UT Health San Antonio as a Radiation Therapist (Radiation Oncology Mays Cancer Center).

Key Skills

Radiation AdministrationTargeted DosingDetail OrientedInterpersonal SkillsPatient InteractionPhysical StaminaTechnical SkillsEquipment OperationRadiation TherapyMedical Radiological Technology

Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility involves assisting in the administration of targeted doses of radiation as prescribed by a radiologist for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. This requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure patients receive the correct amount of radiation.

Requirements

Candidates must be detail-oriented, capable of following exact instructions and measurements, and possess strong interpersonal skills for interacting with stressed patients. Required qualifications include registration by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists in Radiation Therapy and Texas state licensure, or eligibility for licensure, with licensure required within 180 days of employment.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiation Therapist (Radiation Oncology Mays Cancer Center) at UT Health San Antonio a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Oncology psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Oncology — Psychologist Career Context

This Oncology position at UT Health San Antonio is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Radiation Administration, Targeted Dosing, Detail Oriented, Interpersonal Skills, Patient Interaction, Physical Stamina, Technical Skills, Equipment Operation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The primary responsibility involves assisting in the administration of targeted doses of radiation as prescribed by a radiologist for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. This requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure patients receive the correct amount of radiation.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Care, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Family Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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