Radiation Therapist
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.
At a Glance
Radiation Therapist. Top skills: Oncology, Radiation Therapy, Radiology.
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Varies
Varies
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Radiation Therapists
Median Wage
$101,990/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.9%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (26)
Oncology
Radiation Therapy
Radiology
Treatment Planning
Anatomy
Positron Emission Tomography
Support Services
Pathology
Radiation Oncology
R (Programming Language)
Patient Treatment
Tomotherapy
Melanoma
Radiologic Physics
Surgery
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Dermatology
Geriatrics
Brachytherapy
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Radiation Protection
Physiology
X-Ray Computed Tomography
Lesion
Management Of Cancer
Contraindication
Common Skills (2)
Microsoft Office
Communication
Certifications (2)
American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified
Board Certified/Board Eligible
Related Specializations
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