Radiation Therapist Jobs in Washington, DC

A Radiation Therapist, also known as a Therapeutic Radiographer, plays a vital role in the radiology field. They are primarily responsible for administering radiation treatments to patients suffering from cancer and other diseases. Their duties encompass all aspects of treatment, from initial planning stages, through to monitoring the patient's response to the therapy. They work closely with Radiation Oncologists and medical physicists, ensuring the radiation doses are accurately delivered to the patient's tumor site while sparing the surrounding normal tissue.

A Radiation Therapist should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they are dealing with patients who may be distressed or anxious. Proficiency in using sophisticated radiation therapy equipment and software, understanding of radiation safety measures, and strong attention to detail are also essential. They must have a certification in Radiation Therapy, typically earned after completing a Bachelor's degree program in Radiation Therapy or Radiologic Technology, followed by a passing score on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam. Prior to becoming a Radiation Therapist, a person may have roles such as Radiation Therapy Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, or Medical Dosimetrist.

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Travel Radiation Therapist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

. _______________________________________________________ Radiation Therapist - Oncology Position: Radiation Therapist Specialty: Oncology 13 week Oncology Radiation Therapist travel assignment Client...

Radiation Therapist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

THE POSITION: A Radiation Therapist is an Allied Health Professional who uses ionising radiation to treat disease, usually cancer....

Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,166 per week

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 hours ago

Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Falls Church, Virginia....

Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,481 per week

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 hours ago

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Fairfax, Virginia....

Travel Radiation Therapist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - Radiation Therapist Shift: Variable / 8x5 or 10x4, 40 hrs per week, no call Length: 13 weeks Weekend requirement: Variable - It's rate, but if proton machine...

Travel Radiation Therapist - $3,089 per week

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 20 hours ago

Preferred Healthcare Staffing JOB DESCRIPTION Travel CT Technologist - $3,089 per week Alexandria, Virginia Travel Retirement Plan Preferred Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel CT Technologist...

Radiation Therapist

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We've got your back so you can focus on what you do best: helping others. _ __ Radiation Therapist - Oncology Position: Radiation Therapist Specialty: Oncology 13 week Oncology Radiation Therapist travel...

Travel Radiation Therapist Fairfax, Virginia 939184

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Start Date 03/31/2025 Shift Variable Duration 13 weeks Specialty Radiation Therapy, Travel Allied City Fairfax State VA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $2,305.00 - $2,555.00 weekly Job...

Radiation Oncology Therapist - Multiple Openings

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

with 3-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT), Intensity-Modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT). (6) US Citizenship...

Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,435 per week

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Fairfax, Virginia....

Remote Work

Radiation Therapist

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Certification and registration in Radiation Therapy by the ARRT RTT License from the state of VA 3+ years of experience as a Radiation Therapist Experience in VARIAN Truebeam linear accelerators Experience...

Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,370 per week

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Posted job title: Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapist About Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing At Sharp Medical Staffing, we set the bar for excellence by providing an elite experience for traveling...

Travel Radiation Therapist - $2,663 per week

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel Radiation Therapist for a travel job in Fairfax, Virginia....

Radiation Therapist - PRN

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Maryland Board of Physicians License 'O' as a Radiation Therapist, or ASRT - Radiation Therapist 'M' Licensed as a Radiation Therapist and Radiographer....

Radiation Therapist

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Maryland Board of Physicians License 'O' as a Radiation Therapist, or ASRT - Radiation Therapist 'M' Licensed as a Radiation Therapist and Radiographer....

Demographic Data for Washington, DC

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Radiation Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Effects of Radiation: An Introduction to Radiation and Radioactivity
Learn from Hokkaido University in Japan about the detection, measurement, chemistry, and effects of radiation in industry, medicine, and society. There are many practical applications of radiation...
Atmospheric Radiation
This is an introduction to the physics of atmospheric radiation and remote sensing including use of computer codes. Subjects covered include: radiative transfer equation including emission and...
An Introduction to Radiation Oncology: From Diagnosis to Survivorship
Radiation therapy is one of the key treatments for cancer. On this course you will learn from healthcare experts about how it works, the various benefits, and myths surrounding radiation therapy....

Salary for Radiation Therapist Jobs in Washington, DC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Radiation Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Radiation Therapists in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.8%
Associate's Degree
36.1%
Master's Degree
7.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
High School or GED
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Radiation Therapists in Washington, DC
1-2 years
32.9%
None
29.8%
2-4 years
16.1%
Less than 1 year
12.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
6-8 years
2.4%
10+ years
1.5%


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