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Santa Cruz, California

Radiation Therapist II

Radiation TherapistIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73.65-$95.74/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview

Sign on Bonus Eligible: Sign on bonus up to $10,000 for external applicants, in accordance with Sutter Health policy.

Relocation Bonus Eligible: Candidates who meet Sutter Health guidelines may be eligible for a relocation bonus of up to $16,000, depending on distance.

Schedule: Varied 8 hour shifts ranging between 6 am and 8:30 pm, typically split between morning or afternoon shifts.

Competently performs routine and specialized radiation treatments in accordance with the treatment plan developed by the physician. Works independently, exercising sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.

Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description

Education

  • Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Certification & Licensure

  • ARRT - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists
  • RHTT-Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch OR RHA-Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiologic Technology by the Radiologic Health Branch
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Typical Experience

  • 2 years recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

  • General knowledge of radiation therapy principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
  • Capable of performing routine radiation treatment and simulations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
  • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
  • General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
  • Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
  • Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
  • Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
  • Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

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Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

Occasionally

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $78.08 to $109.30 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Competently performs routine and specialized radiation treatments according to the physician's treatment plan. Ensures patient safety and privacy while delivering optimal care and may orient other staff to the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program and relevant certifications are required. Candidates should have at least 2 years of recent relevant experience and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Problem SolvingTeamworkRegulatory Compliance

Radiation Therapy Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiation Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiation Therapist II at Sutter Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Radiation Therapy — ranked against 579 active Radiation Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Top Radiation Therapist Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs · 6 employers

2
<$135k
0
$135k-170k
4
$170k-205k
2
$205k-240k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution8 jobs · 6 employers

0
1-2
0
3-4
2
5-6
6
7-8
0
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Radiation Therapist

Sutter Health · Castro Valley, California

$78.08-$109.3/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist II

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$70.83-$99.15/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist

$72.18-$96.52/hr
#4

Radiation Therapist - Pacific Cancer Care

$75-$95/hr
+ 6 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Radiation Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 579 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Santa Cruz

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.44M
Typical market rent
$3,532/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
109.9
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Sutter Health

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51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus ($10,000)
Relocation Bonus ($16,000)
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
PTO