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Radiation Oncologist

Phoenix, AZ

$463K - $574K/yr

  • Retirement

Fellowship in Brachytherapy is a plus though not required if significant experience in training/recent practice * Board Certified in Radiation Oncology (or board eligible for new graduates) * Become ...

Radiation Oncologist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$350 - $450/hr

We also perform HDR brachytherapy (intracavitary and interstitial for GYN and prostate), LDR prostate brachytherapy, and radiopharmaceutical administration. The members of our technical team--physics ...

Provide clinical Physics support to our care sites, including daily operations, routine quality assurance activities, support for SBRT, SRS, HDR, and cardiac brachytherapy, chart checks, support ...

Clinical Medical Physicist

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$195K - $262K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

HDR brachytherapy program covering GYN/cervix, skin, and live ultrasound-based prostate HDR. Dedicated CT simulator plus a separate PET/CT unit on site. * Theranostics at the leading edge. Active ...

Provide clinical Physics support to our care sites, including daily operations, routine quality assurance activities, support for SBRT, SRS, HDR, and cardiac brachytherapy, chart checks, support ...

  • Medical

  • Life

Provide clinical Physics support to our care sites, including daily operations, routine quality assurance activities, support for SBRT, SRS, HDR, and cardiac brachytherapy, chart checks, support ...

Clinical Medical Physicist

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$195K - $262K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

HDR brachytherapy program covering GYN/cervix, skin, and live ultrasound-based prostate HDR. Dedicated CT simulator plus a separate PET/CT unit on site. * Theranostics at the leading edge. Active ...

Assists Chief Medical Physicist in all brachytherapy services, including high dose rate and prostate seed implantation. Assists Chief Medical Physicist in ensuring that all physics functions and ...

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How much do brachytherapy jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for brachytherapy in the United States is $63,182.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a brachytherapy specialist?

To thrive as a Brachytherapy Specialist, you need a solid background in radiation therapy, anatomy, and oncology, typically supported by a degree in radiation therapy and relevant certification (such as ARRT). Familiarity with treatment planning systems, brachytherapy applicators, and dosimetry software is essential for safe and effective patient care. Attention to detail, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring patient safety. These skills and qualifications are vital to deliver precise, safe, and effective brachytherapy treatments for cancer patients.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a brachytherapy specialist?

A brachytherapy specialist typically spends their day preparing and administering internal radiation treatments, calibrating and maintaining equipment, and collaborating closely with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and nursing staff. They ensure all safety protocols are followed, assist in patient education and counseling, and document treatment plans and outcomes. The role also involves continual coordination with the multidisciplinary oncology team to tailor individualized treatment plans and to monitor patient progress throughout therapy.

What is the difference between Brachytherapy vs Radiation Therapist?

AspectBrachytherapyRadiation Therapist
CredentialsMedical degree, specialized training in brachytherapy proceduresRadiation therapy certification, often an associate or bachelor's degree in radiation therapy
Work EnvironmentHospitals, cancer treatment centers, specialized clinicsHospitals, outpatient clinics, cancer centers
Job RolePlacing radioactive sources internally or close to tumorsAdministering external beam radiation treatments

While both roles are involved in cancer treatment, Brachytherapy specialists focus on internal radiation procedures, requiring specialized medical training. Radiation Therapists operate external radiation equipment, providing essential patient care and treatment delivery. Both roles are vital in oncology but differ in procedures, credentials, and work settings.

What is brachytherapy?

Brachytherapy is a type of internal radiation therapy used to treat cancer. During the procedure, radioactive material is placed directly inside or next to the tumor, allowing a high dose of radiation to target cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. It is commonly used to treat cancers such as prostate, cervical, and breast cancer. Brachytherapy can be delivered as a temporary or permanent treatment, depending on the type and location of the cancer. The procedure is typically performed by a specialized team including radiation oncologists and medical physicists.
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Infographic showing various Brachytherapy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $63,182 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

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Position Summary:Provides Radiation Oncology Department with physics services to ensure a high level of radiation treatment quality and patient/staff safety. Participates in radiation equipment/software quality assurance program, treatment planning procedures, brachytherapy and special procedures, ensuring radiation equipment performance/maintenance, radiation safety and staff training. Works independently and assumes responsibility for all applicable treatment modalities.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities as Assigned:
1. Establishes radiation beam characteristics for clinical usage.
2. Calibrates radiation therapy equipment, performs quality assurance checks, and coordinates with service engineering to perform basic troubleshooting and repairs.
3. Consults with clinical and medical staff on simulation and patient setups, and treatment planning.
4. Provides ongoing oversight of quality and safety of patient treatment delivery.
5. Provides treatment planning (external beam, brachytherapy), quality assurance checks.
6. Responsible for brachytherapy source storage, inventory, accountability, safety handling, ordering procedure preparation, and participation in procedures.
  1. Responsible for accreditation and regulatory compliance, machine registration, license renewal and amendment.
  2. Responsible for facility planning, shielding design and evaluation.
  3. Responsible for radiation safety and radiation protection guidance for the cancer center, and staff training.
  4. Attends Radiation Safety Committee.
  5. Responsible for department quality assurance and continuous quality improvement programs.
  6. Ensures modalities are eligible for clinical trials, including phantom testing, QA and accreditation. Actively participates in clinical research efforts.
  7. Responsible for clinical training of radiation oncology staff where applicable.
  8. Provides support to system sites as necessary.
  9. Trains and guides physicists and dosimetrists
  10. Actively contributes to system initiatives for technology implementation and quality improvement.

17. Performs other related duties as required and directed.
• Master's or PhD degree in medical physics or related discipline.
• Certified in therapeutic medical physics from American Board of Radiology (ABR) or equivalent certification from Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) or American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP).
• Five years of work experience in a full-service radiation therapy center after receiving board certification in therapeutic medical physics.

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