How to hire a chief radiation therapist

How to hire a chief radiation therapist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step chief radiation therapist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a chief radiation therapist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new chief radiation therapist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the chief radiation therapist you need to hire. Certain chief radiation therapist roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A chief radiation therapist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, chief radiation therapists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of chief radiation therapist salaries for various roles:

   Type of Chief Radiation Therapist	Description	Hourly rate
   Chief Radiation Therapist	Radiation therapists treat cancer and other diseases in patients by administering radiation treatments.	$32-61
   Dosimetrist	A dosimetrist is a medical professional who assists patients undergoing radiation therapy. You are responsible for determining the proper radiation dosage being used in treating patients with cancer... Show more	$35-79
   Medical Dosimetrist	A medical dosimetrist is a health professional who plans radiation treatment for oncology patients. They with other members of the oncology team to oversee treatment implementation, offer support with radiation equipment, design radiation treatment for oncology patients, perform calculations to determine effective dosing, and create a treatment plan that will be reviewed by a physician... Show more	$36-86

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • Oncology
   • Aria
   • Patient Scheduling
   • CPR
   • Chart Rounds
   • Clinical Operations
   • Quality Care
   • QA
   • Treatment Delivery
   • Radiation Safety
   • HDR
   • Patient Treatment
   • IMRT

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and coordinate the day-to-day operation of radiation oncology services ensuring compliance with departmental operational goals.
   • Cone beam ct, VMAT, SBRT, permanent prostate seed implants, gyn HDR.
   • Ensure clinic and patient safety by developing and implementing QA protocols for all business processes.
   • Implement and monitor radiation safety measures to ensure safety of patients and staff and compliance with government and hospital regulatory requirements.
   • Create IMRT , 2D , 3D, using CMS treatment planning system.
   • Comply with standards and regulations of the ARRT, ACR, JCAHO, and the state of Florida.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your chief radiation therapist job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A chief radiation therapist can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, chief radiation therapists' average salary in iowa is 54% less than in mississippi.
   • Seniority. Entry-level chief radiation therapists 48% less than senior-level chief radiation therapists.
   • Certifications. A chief radiation therapist with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a chief radiation therapist's salary.

   Average chief radiation therapist salary

   $92,757yearly

   $44.59 hourly rate

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   Entry-level chief radiation therapist salary

   $67,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

4. Writing a chief radiation therapist job description

   A good chief radiation therapist job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a chief radiation therapist job description:

   Chief radiation therapist job description example

   Radiation Therapist Chief - (220002S1) Description
   Facility Profile
   
   TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
   
   Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
   
   Job Summary
   
   GENERAL SUMMARY:
   Responsible for the management and supervision of Staff of the clinical treatment areas, including External Beam Radiation Therapy,
   Simulation, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Brachytherapy, and Proton Therapy Programs. Coordinates the
   daily technical operations of the radiation oncology centers across the TGH system. Works with the physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and
   clinical operational managers and staff to ensure that the treatment area runs efficiently, and patients are treated in a timely manner.
   Supports the directors in implementing new policies and procedures as well as in attaining departmental and organizational goals. Also
   required to demonstrate leadership and have the ability to make decisions and solve problems as they arise. Responsible for the
   implementation and continuous review of clinical practice standards as it relates to external beam treatment delivery and Brachytherapy.
   Balances clinical responsibilities (80%) with managerial responsibilities (20%). Associates of the TGH/RO team must be committed to the
   mission. Enforces established departmental codes and procedures within the hospitals across the TGH system. Manage, supervise, and
   coordinate delivery of patient care for all Radiation Oncology patient treatment areas across the Tampa General Hospital system. Ensure
   compliance with clinical patient care standards and established policies and procedures. Plan, schedule, and organize work for the group
   ensuring proper distribution and delegation of assignments and efficient utilization of personnel, space, and facilities. Actively supports and
   promotes a professional model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards. Openly support and consistently
   communicate the vision and mission of the department and organization. Functions as liaison between therapists, physicians, physicists,
   dosimetrists, nurses, administration, patients, and students, promoting harmonious relations and favorable attitudes among the health care
   team.
   
   Qualifications Required Skills
   QUALIFICATIONS:
   ● Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program, B. S degree, Master's Degree (preferred)
   ● 3-5 years of management experience
   ● Be knowledgeable regarding human anatomy
   ● Be able to physically assist patients entering and exiting the treatment area, as well as be able to successfully pass basic radiation
   safety training
   ● Be responsible and present well, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills with all patients, visitors and management staff
   ● Demonstrate excellent communication skills
   ● EMR systems: Aria, Epic (Preferred)
   ● Varian Linacs (Required), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy/Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Preferred) and Proton therapy (Preferred)
   ● Radiation Therapist: 10 years (Preferred)
   ● Medical Terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
   
   Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: AmbulatoryOrganization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Shift: Day JobJob Posting: Sep 7, 2022, 4:14:33 PM

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find chief radiation therapists for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your chief radiation therapist job on Zippia to find and recruit chief radiation therapist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting chief radiation therapists requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new chief radiation therapist

   Once you've found the chief radiation therapist candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new chief radiation therapist. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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