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Radiation Therapist – (UPMC Hillman Cancer Center)

Radiation Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Shape the Future of Cancer Care – Join UPMC as a Radiation Therapist
  • Radiation Therapist – UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
  • Location: Greater Pittsburgh & Harrisburg, PA - Radiation Oncology offices
  • Schedule: Full-Time, 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.
  • Full-time daylight schedule for work-life balance.
  • $15,000 sign-on bonus
  • 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 planningHIPAA compliance

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).

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

Of the 50 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiation Therapist – (UPMC Hillman Cancer Center) at UPMC a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Radiation Therapy — ranked against 579 active Radiation Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Radiation Therapist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution17 jobs

5
<$125k
3
$125k-150k
4
$150k-175k
3
$175k-200k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks15 jobs

401k / retirement match
93%
Sign-on bonus
47% this job
CME allowance
20% this job
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Radiation Therapist II

Sutter Health · Sacramento, California

$70.83-$99.15/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist

Montage Health · Monterey, California

$72.18-$96.52/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist - Pacific Cancer Care

$75-$95/hr
#4

Radiation Therapist II-2

$65.1-$91.14/hr
+ 22 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Radiation Therapy listings for work-life

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

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$234k
Typical market rent
$1,545/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 (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 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.

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Benefits & Perks

$15,000 sign-on bonus
Career growth opportunities
Collaborative environment
Cutting-edge technology