Chief Radiation Therapist

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Oncology Clinic – San Martin, Nevada
Full-Time | 40 hours per week

This is an opportunity for an experienced Radiation Therapist to step into a key leadership role within a dedicated oncology program. As Chief Radiation Therapist , you’ll combine hands-on clinical practice with strategic oversight—supporting high-quality patient care today while helping guide the department toward future technical advancements.

With a predictable weekday schedule and no call responsibilities, this role offers both professional fulfillment and work-life balance.

• Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Pay Range: $51.61 – $79.62 per hour

The Chief Radiation Therapist provides leadership, clinical expertise, and operational oversight for the Radiation Therapy Department. Working closely with the Director of Radiation Therapy, this role supports regulatory compliance, quality improvement initiatives, staff development, and the integration of emerging technologies.

In addition to serving as a clinical resource and mentor, the Chief Radiation Therapist actively participates in patient care and radiation treatment delivery.

• Coordinate with department leadership, physicians, radiation therapists, physicists, and dosimetry teams
• Oversee radiation treatment delivery, simulation preparation, record management, patient care, education, and quality control
• Serve as clinical advisor for student therapists and liaison with university program directors
• Participate in the development and implementation of the Department Quality Improvement Plan
• Engage in weekly chart rounds and patient record reviews
• Schedule Radiation Therapists and coordinate staffing to meet departmental and patient needs
• Advocate for and support adoption of new technology and clinical advancements
• Act as a departmental resource for billing and technical issues
• Maintain hands-on clinical practice as a Radiation Therapist

• Leadership & Team Development
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary oncology teams
• Clinical Processes & Oncology Care
• Patient-Centered Care & Empathy
• Clear, Effective Communication
• Decision-Making & Problem Solving
• Relationship Development
• Flexibility in a dynamic clinical environment

• Radiologic Technologist License in the state of practice (if applicable)
• ARRT Certification in Radiation Therapy
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Three (3) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist
• Experience using computer applications, including spreadsheets and presentation software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including conflict management
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

• Leadership opportunity with direct influence on clinical quality and department growth
• Combination of strategic oversight and hands-on patient care
• Consistent weekday schedule with no weekends, holidays, or call
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and leadership responsibility
• Meaningful impact on patients, staff development, and the future of radiation therapy services

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.  

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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