Radiation Therapist Radiation Oncology; Galveston

Qualifications

• Associates degree or radiologic graduate of an AMA accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, in Radiation Therapy.
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board in Medical Radiologic Technology.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.

To provide highly technical skills in the accurate delivery of radiation therapy treatments.

• Accurately and efficiently operates treatment machines to deliver prescribed dose. Rotates to all therapy machines, and CT simulator. Performs all prescribed or required procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Generates e-chart for patients using physician’s prescription and computerized treatment plans. Reads, interprets, and implements complex treatment plans.
• Operates and manipulates the mechanical motions of complex radiation-emitting treatment machines, simulators, and CT scanners.
• Assures radiation safety to protect patients and personnel.
• Demonstrates understanding of radiation therapy treatment techniques and treatment rational.
• Maintains written and computerized records of daily treatments and daily charges as required.
• Synthesizes information and instructions from medical and physics staff to assure accuracy of dose calculations, field placement and use of beam altering devices.
• Evaluates and assesses treatment machine operations;
  Assists in commissioning, calibration, quality assurance, and physical measurements as appropriate for system accuracy.
• Prepares and educates patients for radiation therapy treatments;
  Administers radiotherapy treatment and monitors patient during treatment.
• Communicates clearly and concisely with all members of the health care team, patients and families. Practices effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Monitors patients’ clinical progress; withholds treatment if necessary and refers patients to medical or nursing staff for appropriate intervention.
• Assists in training and evaluation of student therapists.
• Adheres to internal quality controls, policies, and procedures established by UTMB and the department. Maintains valid licenses and certifications as required by UTMB and state law.

Salary Range: $85,000 to $126,380 annual salary;
Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Competitive compensation package, including salary and benefits. As a full-time UTMB employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package at no cost to you from your first day of employment. Additionally, the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) is available to all employees. All benefits-eligible employees also have access to a flexible paid time off program, which includes PTO, an Extended Illness Bank (EIB), and 10 paid holidays each year.

Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and as needed on occasion. This position is located in Galveston.

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location
United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations
0711 - John W McCullough Bldg

Job
Allied Health

Organization
UTMB Health

Regular
Yes

Shift
Standard

Employee Status
Non-Manager

Job Level
Day Shift

Job Posting
Jan 14, 2026, 1:05:49 PM