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RADIATION THERAPY SPECIALIST / RADIATION THERAPIST (1.0 FTE, DAYS)

Radiation TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$51.87-$76.45/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

UW Medical Center – Montlake - RADIATION ONCOLOGY has an outstanding opportunity for a RADIATION THERAPY SPECIALIST / RADIATION THERAPIST.

WORK SCHEDULE: FULL-TIME; 1.0 FTE; 40 HOURS PER WEEK

Day Shift

Department Description

UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE - RADIATION ONCOLOGY - the only cancer care system in the Pacific Northwest with programs for palliative care, merkel cell carcinoma, benign tumors and fast neutron therapy treatment. Our treatment facilities make up the most comprehensive radiation treatment options available in the world today.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Deliver a planned course of basic and routine radiation therapy such as 4-field pelvis, anterior and post lung, whole brain, 3-field head and neck, breast tangents, and external electron beam utilizing radiation therapy equipment

Has acquired competency in multiple specialized treatment modalities and methods including Total Body Irradiation, IMRT, IGRT, Fractionated Stereotactic and Neutron regimens

Observe patient's condition; recognize the need for emotional and psychological support to patients; refer patients to departmental staff and other health-care professionals as necessary

  • Maintain detailed and accurate daily records of technical, legal and statistical components of treatment
  • Check patient prescription and treatment records for errors
  • Perform daily quality assurance tests on radiation therapy equipment
  • Assist radiation oncologists in tumor localization, simulation and dosimetry procedures using CT scanners, simulators, computers and/or other equipment
  • Acquire CT images as required for planning of radiation therapy

Required Position Qualifications

Licensed by the State of Washington to practice and administer radiation.

Registered as a radiation therapy technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or equivalent organization AND six months of experience in one or more specialized radiation therapy areas.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

About UW Medical Center-Montlake

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

About UW Medicine - Where Your Impact GOES Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$51.87 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$76.45 hourly

Other Compensation

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit washington.edu

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver planned radiation therapy treatments and maintain accurate technical and statistical records for patient care. Assist oncologists with tumor localization, simulation, and daily quality assurance testing of radiation equipment.

Requirements

Requires licensure by the State of Washington and registration as a radiation therapy technologist by the ARRT. Candidates must have at least six months of experience in specialized radiation therapy areas.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

CT scanningRecord keepingClinical documentation

Radiation Therapy Career Context

In Washington, the Radiation Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$123k (22 salary observations; 30 listings), vs ~$114k nationally (319 salary observations; 1,163 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

University of Washington holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 98 active listings.

Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$133k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Radiation Therapist Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution13 jobs · 12 employers

5
<$145k
5
$145k-165k
0
$165k-185k
2
$185k-205k
1
$227k

Annual compensation range

#1

Radiation Therapist

Sutter Health · Castro Valley, California

$78.08-$109.3/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist II-2

Sutter Health · Sumter, South Carolina

$65.1-$91.14/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist - Radiology Oncology

$58.07-$90.14/hr
#4

Lead Proton Radiation Therapist

$48.51-$79.07/hr
+ 11 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Radiation Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 594 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$881k
Typical market rent
$2,234/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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