Radiation Therapist - Pacific Cancer Care
Listed compensation
$75-$95/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
- Radiation Therapist Opportunity
- Pacific Cancer Care
- Los Gatos, CA
Job Summary
- Occupation: Radiation Therapist
- Specialty: Radiation Therapy
- Clinic Location: Los Gatos, CA
- Employment: Full-Time | Mon-Fri
- Setting: Private Practice, Outpatient
Who Can Apply
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a practicing Radiation Therapist preferred, New Graduates encouraged to apply
- Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy program required
- ARRT (RT)(T) certification, current and in good standing required
- California Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) RHTT or RHA Certificate required
- BLS certification required
Ideal Candidate
- Ability to enter, verify, and maintain patient treatment parameters in the EMR
- Safely operate equipment and adhere to established Radiation Safety Protocols and ALARA principles
Experience with Varian Linear Accelerators and special treatment procedures such as SRS, SBRT, and Brachytherapy
- Familiarity with ARIA and Eclipse
- Familiarity with ACR accreditation standards and regulatory compliance requirements
Flexibility and willingness to support department growth through technological advancements, evolving workflows, and process improvement initiatives
About the Role
Join Pacific Cancer Care at an exciting stage of growth as we establish a dedicated Radiation Oncology program in Los Gatos, California. This role offers Radiation Therapists the opportunity to be part of building a new service line within a community‑based practice focused on access, quality, and patient‑centered care. As a key member of the oncology team, you will deliver daily external beam radiation treatments, ensure accurate treatment setup and documentation, and collaborate closely with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and clinical staff to support safe and effective care. You will also contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts while helping shape workflows and best practices. This opportunity is ideal for a skilled, adaptable therapist who is motivated by teamwork, precision, and making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.
Responsibilities Include
Deliver daily external beam Radiation Therapy treatments accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist’s prescription
- Accurately enter, verify, and maintain patient treatment parameters in the EMR
- Maintain daily treatment records, following established protocols and proactively reviewing patient charts
Perform treatment setup, patient positioning, and verification using appropriate immobilization devices and imaging techniques
- Accurately interpret computerized treatment plans
- Ensure safe operation of equipment and adhere to established radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles
Participate in quality control activities and the department’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives
- Support collaborative workflows with physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and clinical staff
- About Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos, California is a charming, well-loved community located at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, just southwest of Silicon Valley. Known for its walkable downtown, tree‑lined neighborhoods, and strong sense of community, Los Gatos offers an appealing blend of small‑town character and upscale living. Residents enjoy excellent schools, local boutiques, dining, and access to scenic trails and outdoor recreation. With its close proximity to major tech hubs while maintaining a relaxed, residential feel, Los Gatos is an exceptional place to live and work.
- Recruitment Package
- Top-Tier Compensation – Highly competitive compensation structures, including a $7,500 sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life
- Retirement Plan – Secure your future, 401k match
- Work-Life Balance – Paid time off
- Professional Growth – CME days and reimbursement
- Community Care – Make a real difference by caring for patients in their local communities
- Salary Transparency
- Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
- Base Salary Range: between $75 - $95 hourly
About the Practice
Pacific Cancer Care has been a trusted leader in oncology on the Monterey Peninsula for nearly 50 years. Located in the beautiful coastal community of Monterey, CA, PCC is experiencing exciting growth, including expanded services, new clinics, and comprehensive radiation oncology services alongside a robust medical oncology program in Los Gatos, CA. PCC offers a collaborative, patient‑centered environment supported by advanced technologies and a holistic care model that includes nutrition counseling, mind‑body wellness, survivorship planning, exercise and fitness guidance, and palliative therapies—ensuring every patient receives personalized, total‑care support. At PCC, providers join a mission‑driven organization committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and improving the lives of those we serve.
Pacific Cancer Care is proud to partner with OneOncology, a nationwide platform uniting premier independent specialty practices, including United Urology Group and SunState Medical Specialties. Together, we are advancing an integrated ecosystem of Medical Oncology, Urology, and Radiation Oncology, ensuring patients receive seamless, high-quality care across all aspects of their treatment journey. OneOncology’s physician-led, data-driven, and technology-enabled model fosters collaboration, clinical excellence, and innovation across our network. Through shared platforms and programs like OneR, our non-exclusive clinical trial site management subsidiary, partner practices gain access to cutting-edge research and multi-center trials, allowing patients to benefit from the latest therapies and coordinated care, all within a single, patient-focused organization.
If you would like to apply or learn more about this opportunity, please email your CV to andie.schilstra@oneoncology.com
I look forward to speaking with you!
Key Responsibilities
The Radiation Therapist will deliver daily external beam radiation treatments while ensuring accurate patient setup, documentation, and adherence to safety protocols. They will collaborate with the oncology team to support safe, effective care and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Radiation Therapy program and hold current ARRT (RT)(T) and California RHTT or RHA certifications. A minimum of two years of experience is preferred, though new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiation Therapist - Pacific Cancer Care at One Oncology a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Radiation Therapy — ranked against 540 active Radiation Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Radiation Therapy Career Context
In California, the Radiation Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$156k (16 salary observations; 28 listings), vs ~$112k nationally (76 salary observations; 237 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$177k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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