Mid Level Lead Radiation Therapist Jobs
Mid level lead radiation therapist jobs go to clinicians ready to own treatment planning workflows, mentor junior therapists, and make protocol decisions with limited oversight. Hiring runs predominantly on-site across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like OSF HealthCare, Optum, and Inova Health competing for lead radiation therapists at this level now.
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Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we're committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a "grow our own" philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
Description:
The Radiation Therapist 2 is a licensed professional, who under the general direction of the Chief Radiation Therapist, contributes to the organizational plan of the Radiation Oncology Unit, to the quality of patient care and supports the institutional philosophy. The Radiation Therapist 2 is technically competent, acts as a team leader to the Radiation Therapist 1, and interacts with all other areas of the department. The Radiation Therapist 2 applies ionizing radiation to the patients as instructed and prescribed by the physician in accordance with departmental standards, state guidelines, and Baptist Health System‘s policy and procedure. The Radiation Therapist 2 supports the Mission and Vision of the entity and department along with BHSF‘s Service Excellence philosophy. As designated, acts as a senior resource and is able to coordinate technical activities under emergency or unusual situations as requested. Estimated pay range for this position is $40.31 - $55.60 / hour depending on experience.
Qualifications:
Degrees:
- Associates.
Licenses & Certifications:
- ARRT Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy.
- Basic Life Support.
- Certified Radiologic Technologist.
Additional Qualifications:
- Required: Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy or Associate in Radiologic Science with Radiation Therapy Certification and after 1/2015 an Associate degree with Radiation Therapy Certification.
- Possess a basic understanding of Radiation Oncology technical and theoretical components.
- Certification must be awarded by an institution accredited by ARRT.
- Must have completed 1 full year at BHSF or 3 years clinical experience at an outside facility.
Minimum Required Experience: 3 Years
EOE, including disability/vets
Baptist Health is the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization, with 12 hospitals, over 29,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. With internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences, Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and driven by its faith-based mission of medical excellence. For 26 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, and in the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health was the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, earning 63 high-performing honors.
What truly sets us apart is our people. At Baptist Health, we create personal connections with our colleagues that go beyond the workplace, and we form meaningful relationships with patients and their families that extend beyond delivering care. Many of us have walked in our patients' shoes ourselves and that shared experience fuels our commitment to compassion and quality. Our culture is rooted in purpose, and every team member plays a part in making a positive impact – because when it comes to caring for people, we're all in.
At Baptist Health, we're committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their journey, both personally and professionally. Our approach is rooted in a "grow our own" philosophy, designed to help our team members build meaningful, long-term careers with us, supported by benefits that make a real difference, including:
Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support- Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
- Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement
- And so much more
Together, these benefits and others reflect our commitment to caring for our people, so they can build fulfilling careers with us while making a meaningful impact every day.
Description:
The Radiation Therapist 2 is a licensed professional, who under the general direction of the Chief Radiation Therapist, contributes to the organizational plan of the Radiation Oncology Unit, to the quality of patient care and supports the institutional philosophy. The Radiation Therapist 2 is technically competent, acts as a team leader to the Radiation Therapist 1, and interacts with all other areas of the department. The Radiation Therapist 2 applies ionizing radiation to the patients as instructed and prescribed by the physician in accordance with departmental standards, state guidelines, and Baptist Health System‘s policy and procedure. The Radiation Therapist 2 supports the Mission and Vision of the entity and department along with BHSF‘s Service Excellence philosophy. As designated, acts as a senior resource and is able to coordinate technical activities under emergency or unusual situations as requested. Estimated pay range for this position is $40.31 - $55.60 / hour depending on experience.
Qualifications:
Degrees:
- Associates.
Licenses & Certifications:
- ARRT Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy.
- Basic Life Support.
- Certified Radiologic Technologist.
Additional Qualifications:
- Required: Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy or Associate in Radiologic Science with Radiation Therapy Certification and after 1/2015 an Associate degree with Radiation Therapy Certification.
- Possess a basic understanding of Radiation Oncology technical and theoretical components.
- Certification must be awarded by an institution accredited by ARRT.
- Must have completed 1 full year at BHSF or 3 years clinical experience at an outside facility.
Minimum Required Experience: 3 Years
EOE, including disability/vets
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Mid Level Lead Radiation Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lead radiation therapist job?
Position your application around clinical ownership, not just task completion. Highlight cases where you led treatment planning, trained colleagues, or improved departmental protocols. Emphasize your proficiency with linear accelerators, IMRT, or IGRT techniques, and any role you played in quality assurance. Employers at this level want to see that you work independently and contribute beyond your assigned caseload.
Which companies hire mid level lead radiation therapists?
Companies hiring mid level lead radiation therapists right now include OSF HealthCare, Optum, and Inova Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes primarily from health systems, cancer treatment centers, and academic medical institutions that need experienced therapists who can carry clinical and supervisory responsibilities.
Are there remote mid level lead radiation therapist jobs?
Yes, though options are limited given the hands-on nature of radiation therapy. About 0% of mid level lead radiation therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to involve clinical training coordination, treatment planning review, or dosimetry-adjacent oversight rather than direct patient care at the machine.
How do I move up to a mid level lead radiation therapist role?
Moving into a mid level lead radiation therapist role requires deepening your clinical specialization and taking on visible ownership within your department. Focus on mastering advanced delivery techniques, volunteering to mentor new therapists, and contributing to QA programs or protocol development. Employers look for therapists who have demonstrated judgment, consistency, and the ability to guide others without constant supervision.
Which industries hire the most mid level lead radiation therapists?
Mid Level lead radiation therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume treatment programs that depend on experienced lead therapists to maintain clinical standards and support department efficiency.