Senior Radiation Therapist
Listed compensation
$96k-$181k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Position Title
Senior Radiation Therapist
Job Description
Purpose & Scope:
Under general supervision is responsible for all aspects of technical and clinical duties in Radiation Oncology Department.
Education
College diploma in radiological procedure is required.
Experience
Five years of experience in radiation therapy is required.
Certification/Licensure
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy required.
Additional Job Description
At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.
In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.
VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors.
These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.
The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes.
No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans.
The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Radiation Therapist is responsible for performing all technical and clinical duties within the Radiation Oncology Department. They ensure high-quality patient care while adhering to departmental standards and safety protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a college diploma in radiological procedures and possess at least five years of experience in radiation therapy. Additionally, registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiation Therapy is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- High school
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Radiation Therapy Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$139k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $137k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$137k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Radiation Therapy listings in Virginia | 30 active | 595 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 18% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Radiation Therapy pay trend | −7.1% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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