Director, Radiation Therapy Services
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, United States
Overview
Radiation Therapy Services at MD Anderson Cancer Center delivers advanced radiation treatments across multiple locations, ensuring precision, safety, and compassionate care for patients. The department integrates cutting-edge technology with clinical expertise to support cancer treatment and research initiatives while fostering education and professional development for staff and trainees.
Position The Director of Radiation Therapy Services provides leadership and oversight for clinical operations across seven treatment sites. This role ensures high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. The Director manages budgets, supervises staff and student trainees, and drives strategic initiatives aligned with the center's mission.
Qualifications The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in radiation therapy or a related field. They have extensive experience in radiation therapy operations and leadership, including managing multi-site practices and supervising clinical teams. Current certification and licensure as a radiation therapist are required, along with strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and accreditation standards. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, financial oversight, and quality improvement initiatives is highly valued.
Work Schedule The typical work schedule is Monday–Friday, with standard business hours and occasional flexibility required for operational needs across multiple Houston-area locations.
Compensation Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $87.33 – Midpoint $108.89 – Maximum $130.03.
What’s in it for you
Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe, effective, and consistent care delivery across all treatment sites.
Oversee daily operations, workflows, and resource allocation for radiation therapy services.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, including capital equipment and staffing models.
Collaborate on strategic planning, business development, and facility expansion initiatives.
Lead staff recruitment, training, competency development, and performance management.
Maintain standards of practice and ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor patient satisfaction metrics.
Support implementation of clinical research protocols and new technology adoption.
Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and optimize patient scheduling and throughput.
Serve as Clinical Supervisor for the Radiation Therapy Education Program, overseeing student trainees.
Education
Required: Master’s Degree
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related health science field.
Work Experience
Required: 7 years of clinical radiation therapy experience, including three years of supervisory/management experience.
May substitute required education with additional years of equivalent experience on a one-to-one basis.
Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can substitute for a maximum of two years.
Licenses and Certifications
Required: RTT – Radiation Therapist Certification and ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy.
Preferred: GMRT – General Medical Radiologic Technologist license by the Texas Medical Board (TMB).
Other Requirements Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and recognition for individuals and teams.
Equal employment opportunity: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177893
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Week: Day/Evening, Evening/Night, Weekends
Minimum Salary: USD 181,650
Midpoint Salary: USD 226,500
Maximum Salary: USD 272,475
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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Position The Director of Radiation Therapy Services provides leadership and oversight for clinical operations across seven treatment sites. This role ensures high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. The Director manages budgets, supervises staff and student trainees, and drives strategic initiatives aligned with the center's mission.
Qualifications The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in radiation therapy or a related field. They have extensive experience in radiation therapy operations and leadership, including managing multi-site practices and supervising clinical teams. Current certification and licensure as a radiation therapist are required, along with strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and accreditation standards. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, financial oversight, and quality improvement initiatives is highly valued.
Work Schedule The typical work schedule is Monday–Friday, with standard business hours and occasional flexibility required for operational needs across multiple Houston-area locations.
Compensation Hourly breakdown of salary range: Minimum $87.33 – Midpoint $108.89 – Maximum $130.03.
What’s in it for you
Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Key Responsibilities
Provide clinical oversight to ensure safe, effective, and consistent care delivery across all treatment sites.
Oversee daily operations, workflows, and resource allocation for radiation therapy services.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, including capital equipment and staffing models.
Collaborate on strategic planning, business development, and facility expansion initiatives.
Lead staff recruitment, training, competency development, and performance management.
Maintain standards of practice and ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor patient satisfaction metrics.
Support implementation of clinical research protocols and new technology adoption.
Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and optimize patient scheduling and throughput.
Serve as Clinical Supervisor for the Radiation Therapy Education Program, overseeing student trainees.
Education
Required: Master’s Degree
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related health science field.
Work Experience
Required: 7 years of clinical radiation therapy experience, including three years of supervisory/management experience.
May substitute required education with additional years of equivalent experience on a one-to-one basis.
Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can substitute for a maximum of two years.
Licenses and Certifications
Required: RTT – Radiation Therapist Certification and ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy.
Preferred: GMRT – General Medical Radiologic Technologist license by the Texas Medical Board (TMB).
Other Requirements Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and recognition for individuals and teams.
Equal employment opportunity: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 177893
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Week: Day/Evening, Evening/Night, Weekends
Minimum Salary: USD 181,650
Midpoint Salary: USD 226,500
Maximum Salary: USD 272,475
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
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