Radiation Therapist

Deliver highly specialized, compassionate care at the forefront of cancer treatment within a nationally recognized academic health system. As a Radiation Therapist at UVA Health, you will play a critical role in guiding patients through some of their most vulnerable moments, combining clinical precision with genuine human connection.


In this role, you will join a collaborative, tightknit Radiation Oncology team that values trust, teamwork, and a shared commitment to patient-first, safety-driven care. Whether you are an experienced therapist or a new graduate, you will find an environment that supports your professional growth while making a meaningful difference every day.


The Role


As a Radiation Therapist with UVA Health, you will be part of a dynamic and highly collaborative care team, delivering advanced radiation treatments while supporting patients throughout their cancer journey. This role blends technical expertise with compassionate patient interaction in a fast-paced, high-impact clinical setting.


In an average day, you will:


Deliver precise radiation therapy treatments using state-of-the-art technologies, ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards


Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, dosimetrists, and nursing staff to coordinate individualized treatment plans


Provide empathetic, patient-centered care, supporting patients and families through complex and emotional treatment journeys


Operate advanced systems including:


Varian TrueBeam with RapidArc, HyperSight, and Identify


ViewRay MRIdian A3i for MRI-guided radiation therapy


Total skin electron therapy (TSET)


Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with all clinical protocols and regulatory standards


Contribute to a team culture rooted in trust, accountability, and collaboration, where therapists rely on one another and function as a cohesive unit


You will be part of a team that includes a strong mix of experienced professionals, mid-career therapists, and new graduates, creating a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and mentorship happen naturally.


Why UVA Health


UVA Health is an integrated academic health system aligned with the University of Virginia, recognized for advancing clinical care, research, and education. Here, Radiation Therapists are empowered to practice at the top of their license while contributing to a mission of transforming health and inspiring hope.


Advanced, patient-centered oncology care delivered in ACR-accredited facilities with cutting-edge radiation technologies


A collaborative Radiation Oncology team that fosters a "family-like" culture, built on trust, teamwork, and shared purpose


Opportunity to work alongside leaders in academic medicine at a nationally recognized Comprehensive Cancer Center environment


A health system committed to innovation, continuous learning, and professional development at every stage of your career


Supportive leadership that remains clinically engaged and accessible, reinforcing a culture of shared accountability and patient-first care


Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates


This is more than a technical role. It is a chance to be part of a team driven by the fulfillment of caring for cancer patients, where compassion and clinical excellence go hand in hand.


Why People Love Living in Charlottesville


Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life that balances professional fulfillment with personal well-being. Nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, wineries, and outdoor recreation, while maintaining the cultural energy of a vibrant university town. Residents enjoy a thriving food scene, locally owned shops, arts and music venues, and a strong sense of community. For healthcare professionals, it is an ideal place to build a meaningful career while enjoying a lifestyle that supports both relaxation and exploration.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Typically involves diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients, and often include face-to-face interactions with patients. May also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and skills. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through advanced education, training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory technologist jobs.


Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation .

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Program.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) certification within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $37.47 - $59.95 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.


The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer