RTT- Radiation Therapist

Radiation TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$55.6/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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

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Job Description

Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY (HOACNY), voted one of Central New York’s Best Places to Work, is looking for a full time Radiation Therapist to join our professional team. HOACNY provides radiation cancer care services, Monday through Friday, at two convenient locations in East Syracuse and Camillus. If you are a highly motivated, team oriented individual looking to make a difference in your career, please apply now.

Radiation Therapist - Starting salary $39 per hour + (based on experience) Bonuses/Stipends as well as a generous benefits package including medical, dental, life, std, ltd, 401k/pension, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays - no waiting period, convenient, free parking, etc.

Radiation Therapist

Operates linear accelerator and simulator and x-ray developer as directed by physicians.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint area for simulation and treatment. Knowledge of radiology equipment and testing. Knowledge of safety hazards common to radiation including equipment, body mechanics, and patient movement.

Skill in properly positioning patients to provide quality planning and treatment. Skill in training student therapists and co-workers in equipment operation and procedures. Skill in trouble shooting equipment operation and performing simple adjustments.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to apply written guidelines and standardized work practices. Ability to identify problems. Ability to communicate clearly.

Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

HOA is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Requirements

  • Completion of course in radiation therapy approved by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists.
  • Certificate/License: Current certification (ARRT) with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists.

Key Responsibilities

Operate linear accelerators, simulators, and x-ray equipment to provide radiation cancer care as directed by physicians. Ensure patient safety through proper positioning and maintain effective communication with medical staff and patients.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Linear accelerator operationPatient positioningSafety hazard managementEquipment troubleshootingStudent training

Radiation Therapy Career Context

In New York, the Radiation Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (19 salary observations; 60 listings), vs ~$115k nationally (229 salary observations; 1,221 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Radiation Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Radiation Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$83k–$116kRadiation Therapy median $111k (middle half $98k–$137k)26 comparable listings, Oct 2026
New York vs national$116k median in New York$115k nationally (about the same)19 state / 229 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$92k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiation Therapy listings in New York21 active587 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 23% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 4% offer loan repayment703 active listings, Oct 2026
Radiation Therapy pay trend−2.8% 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 Radiation Therapist Jobs

16 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 13 employers
4
<$120k
5
$120k-125k
3
$125k-140k
4
$140k+

Annual compensation range

#1

Radiation Therapist II-2

Sutter Health · Sumter, South Carolina

$65.1-$91.14/hr
#2

Radiation Therapist - Radiology Oncology

Providence · Santa Rosa, California

$58.07-$90.14/hr
#3

Radiation Therapist

$50.24-$75.36/hr
#4

Radiation Therapist III - Newark Campus

$42.11-$67.37/hr
+ 14 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 587 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY

Medical Practices
East Syracuse, New York
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, life, STD, LTD insurance
401k/pension
Tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays - no waiting period
Free parking
Bonuses/stipends

Living in Syracuse

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$217k
Typical market rent
$1,566/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.7
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Syracuse, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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