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Radiation therapist roles on OPT require ARRT certification and a state license, which most employers verify before extending an offer. Clinical hospital systems and cancer centers regularly hire OPT candidates, and the 24-month STEM extension does not apply to this field since radiation therapy programs are typically classified under health sciences, not STEM.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: The Barrett Cancer Center, Clifton OH
Department: Radiation Oncology
Hours: Full-Time, 40hrs/week
Shift: First
Radiation Therapist, Full-Time, First Shift, The Barrett Cancer Center
As a Radiation Therapist, you will provide excellent patient care, delivering radiation treatments according to physician prescriptions and ensuring a seamless, compassionate experience for our radiation oncology patients.
Make a meaningful impact as a Radiation Therapist at the Barret Cancer Center at UC Health’s University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where your expertise will directly improve the lives of patients battling cancer.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Work with a top-ranked, Magnet-recognized health system
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists
- Be part of Cincinnati’s #1 preferred cancer care team
- Access national clinical trials with cutting-edge, innovative treatments
- Develop your career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment
- Administers radiation treatments and simulations per physician prescriptions, ensuring accurate setup and documentation.
- Communicates care plans across clinical teams and educates patients and families on treatment goals and procedures.
- Maintains treatment schedules, performs charge captures, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operates radiation therapy equipment, performs body contouring, and fabricates treatment devices.
- Assesses referrals and medical histories to determine patient needs in acute and inpatient rehab settings.
- Delivers patient-centered care, recognizing physical, psychological, and cultural needs.
- Identifies and responds to behavioral health concerns, abuse, or neglect.
- Supports a teaching environment through student engagement and continuous learning.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associates degree required (bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Must be licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiation Therapy
- New grads are acceptable
Join our team as a Proton/Radiation Therapist in the Barret Cancer Center and work alongside the best and brightest teams in cancer care. Together, we advance healing and reduce suffering for our patients. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. BE UC Health. Apply Today!
About UC Health: UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations.
We offer access to national clinical trials, where researchers share their knowledge with clinicians across the U.S., enabling access to the most innovative, advanced treatments. Our team of 90+ cancer specialists includes subspecialty and multidisciplinary expertise that is only available in an academic health system.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our mission to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community but patients from all over the world. Join our team, develop your skills, grow your career, and help us bring hope to our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is an EEO employer.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
Location: The Barrett Cancer Center, Clifton OH
Department: Radiation Oncology
Hours: Full-Time, 40hrs/week
Shift: First
Radiation Therapist, Full-Time, First Shift, The Barrett Cancer Center
As a Radiation Therapist, you will provide excellent patient care, delivering radiation treatments according to physician prescriptions and ensuring a seamless, compassionate experience for our radiation oncology patients.
Make a meaningful impact as a Radiation Therapist at the Barret Cancer Center at UC Health’s University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where your expertise will directly improve the lives of patients battling cancer.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Work with a top-ranked, Magnet-recognized health system
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists
- Be part of Cincinnati’s #1 preferred cancer care team
- Access national clinical trials with cutting-edge, innovative treatments
- Develop your career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment
- Administers radiation treatments and simulations per physician prescriptions, ensuring accurate setup and documentation.
- Communicates care plans across clinical teams and educates patients and families on treatment goals and procedures.
- Maintains treatment schedules, performs charge captures, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operates radiation therapy equipment, performs body contouring, and fabricates treatment devices.
- Assesses referrals and medical histories to determine patient needs in acute and inpatient rehab settings.
- Delivers patient-centered care, recognizing physical, psychological, and cultural needs.
- Identifies and responds to behavioral health concerns, abuse, or neglect.
- Supports a teaching environment through student engagement and continuous learning.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associates degree required (bachelor’s degree preferred)
- Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Must be licensed by the State of Ohio in Radiation Therapy
- New grads are acceptable
Join our team as a Proton/Radiation Therapist in the Barret Cancer Center and work alongside the best and brightest teams in cancer care. Together, we advance healing and reduce suffering for our patients. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. BE UC Health. Apply Today!
About UC Health: UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations.
We offer access to national clinical trials, where researchers share their knowledge with clinicians across the U.S., enabling access to the most innovative, advanced treatments. Our team of 90+ cancer specialists includes subspecialty and multidisciplinary expertise that is only available in an academic health system.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our mission to advance healing and reduce suffering. As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community but patients from all over the world. Join our team, develop your skills, grow your career, and help us bring hope to our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is an EEO employer.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Radiation Therapist
Get your ARRT certification before you apply
Most radiation therapist postings list ARRT certification as a hard requirement, not a preference. Applying before you pass the boards wastes your OPT time. Sit for the exam as early as your program allows and apply immediately after results post.
Confirm state licensure timelines against your OPT start date
Licensure processing varies by state, ranging from two weeks to three months. If your OPT authorization arrives before your license clears, you cannot legally work. Apply for licensure the moment your program ends to avoid burning OPT time while waiting.
Target large hospital systems and academic medical centers first
Large health systems like hospital networks affiliated with universities process OPT hires routinely and have dedicated HR staff familiar with work authorization. Smaller private practices often have no prior OPT experience, which slows hiring decisions considerably.
Address your OPT timeline proactively with hiring managers
Radiation therapist roles involve department scheduling and credentialing that take weeks. Hiring managers need to know your exact OPT end date early. Being upfront signals professionalism and gives employers time to plan H-1B sponsorship if they intend to retain you.
Research H-1B cap-exempt employers in healthcare
Nonprofit hospitals, university medical centers, and federally qualified health centers are often cap-exempt for H-1B purposes. Targeting these employers extends your options beyond the annual lottery and gives your post-OPT transition a more predictable path.
Document your clinical rotations for credentialing purposes
Hospital credentialing committees routinely request detailed clinical hour logs from radiation therapists. Keep organized records of every rotation site, supervisor, and hours completed during your program. Missing documentation during credentialing can delay your start date by weeks.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a radiation therapist on OPT?
Yes, but you must hold both ARRT certification and a valid state license before your first day of employment. OPT authorizes you to work in a job directly related to your degree, and radiation therapy programs qualify. Your employer's HR team will collect your EAD card as proof of work authorization along with your other onboarding documents.
Does radiation therapy qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
No. Radiation therapy programs are classified under health sciences, not STEM fields as defined by the Department of Homeland Security's STEM Designated Degree Program list. You receive the standard 12-month OPT period. Planning your H-1B or other long-term visa strategy early is important given the shorter authorization window.
How do I find radiation therapist employers who are open to OPT candidates?
Browse Migrate Mate to find radiation therapist roles filtered by OPT sponsorship willingness. Large hospital systems and academic medical centers tend to have the most experience hiring candidates on work authorization. Searching by employer type, not just job title, helps you prioritize outreach toward organizations already comfortable with the OPT process.
What happens if my state license is still processing when my OPT starts?
You cannot legally practice as a radiation therapist without an active state license, even if your EAD has arrived. Starting work before licensure clears would violate both state law and your OPT terms. Apply for licensure immediately after graduation and communicate the expected clearance date to any employer who has extended an offer.
Will hospitals sponsor me for an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many large hospital systems and nonprofit medical centers do sponsor radiation therapists for H-1B status, particularly in regions with documented therapist shortages. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without waiting for the annual lottery. Raise the sponsorship question during later interview stages, after an employer has signaled clear interest in hiring you.
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