Director, Radiation Therapy Services

Director Of Radiation Therapy Services

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.

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.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in radiation therapy or a related field, with advanced education preferred. 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.

The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, with standard business hours and occasional flexibility required for operational needs across multiple Houston-area locations.

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 Radiation Therapy or related health science field.

Work Experience:

• Required: 7 years Clinical radiation therapy experience to include three years supervisory/management experience.
• May substitute required education degree 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 be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Required: RTT - Radiation Therapist Certification and registration in Radiation Therapy by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Upon Hire and
• Preferred: GMRT - General Med Radiologic Tech Medical Radiologic Technologist license by the Texas Medical Board (TMB). Upon Hire

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, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Requisition ID: 177893

Employment Status: Full-Time

Employee Status: Regular

Work Week: Day/Evening, Evening/Night, Weekends

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 181,650

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 226,500

Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 272,475

FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type: Hard

Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

Pivotal Position: Yes

Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes