Radiation Therapists
- Health Science
Median Yearly Income
$98,301
Most Common Education Level
Associate degree
Projected Job Growth
+4.51%
What do Radiation Therapists do?
Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.
Career Interests Areas
- Realistic
- Social
- Investigative
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.