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Radiation Therapist (CASUAL) – UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Radiation TherapistNo weekendsPer Diem

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Job Description

  • Shape the Future of Cancer Care – Join UPMC as a Radiation Therapist
  • Radiation Therapist (CASUAL) – UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
  • Location: Greater Pittsburgh, PA, Harrisburg, PA, & Western MD - Radiation Oncology offices
  • Schedule: CASUAL, Daylight (Monday–Friday)

Join a World-Class Team in Cancer Care

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for excellence in cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment. As the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, we lead the way in research, education, and patient care.

Our Department of Radiation Oncology delivers personalized treatment using advanced imaging and radiation technologies. We are proud to be the largest ACRO-accredited radiation oncology program in the nation, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care.

Why Work with Us?

  • Be part of a renowned cancer center making a global impact.
  • Career growth opportunities through our expansive Radiation Therapy Career Ladder.
  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with cutting-edge technology.
  • CASUAL daylight schedule for work-life balance.
  • What You’ll Do

As a Radiation Therapist, you will:

  • Deliver radiation treatments as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.
  • Obtain localization images and assist with contrast administration.
  • Perform measurements for treatment calculations and document simulation data.
  • Accurately input treatment-related data into the verify-and-record system.

Who We’re Looking For

  • New graduates or Experienced Radiation Therapists eager to join a world-class organization.
  • Passion for patient care and commitment to safety and precision.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Explore more about Radiation Therapy and our team in our career blog, The Lasting Impact of Radiation Therapy.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver radiation treatments and simulations per physician prescription.
  • Monitor patients for reactions, reinforce education, and report concerns.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure treatment quality and safety.
  • Assist with immobilization devices, shielding, radiosurgery, and brachytherapy.
  • Support regulatory compliance, HIPAA standards, and radiation safety protocols.
  • Complete annual competencies and participate in continuing education.
  • Perform daily/weekly equipment QA and report issues promptly.
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain high standards of care.

Qualifications

Completion of a formal radiation therapy technology program in a JRCERT-accredited institution.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

ARRT Registration in good standing or Board Eligibility within six months of hire. Must maintain 24 CEU's per Biennium as required for ARRT Certification and Licensure. CPR certification required within 30 days of beginning employment. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

  • ARRT Certificate
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment planningVerify-and-record systemsQuality assurance

Radiation Therapy Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

What does the Radiation Therapy market look like in Pennsylvania?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedRadiation Therapy median $110k (middle half $99k–$133k)429 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiation Therapy listings in Pennsylvania22 active599 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 20% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Radiation Therapy pay trend−7.1% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Radiation Therapist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs
8
<$120k
6
$120k-135k
1
$140k
2
$150k-165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs
401k / retirement match
100%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Relocation assistance
11%
Loan repayment
6%
CME allowance
6% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Radiation Therapist

Kaweah Health · Hanford, California

$50.24-$75.36/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist

Banner Health · Gilbert, Arizona

$43.77-$72.95/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist III - Newark Campus

$42.11-$67.37/hr
#4

Radiation Therapist

$41.1-$61.65/hr
+ 22 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Radiation Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 595 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$229k
Typical market rent
$1,569/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Pittsburgh, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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