Radiation Therapist
Duties and Responsibilities: Radiation Therapy Technologists assist
radiologists and oncologists (cancer specialists) in treating diseases by
exposing areas of patients' bodies to ionizing radiation. In addition to helping with treatments,
technologists are responsible for maintaining the radiation therapy equipment
and helping to maintain patient records.
Radiation therapy is provided in hospitals, public health clinics,
cancer treatment centers, and private offices.
Average Salary: $22,000 -
$36,000
Educational Requirements: Students should take the most challenging
science, math, and English courses available in high school.
Students can train to become a radiation therapist in either one or two
year programs. One year programs are
often offered by hospitals. To qualify
for a one year program, an applicant must have graduated from an approved
program in radiologic technology or been a nurse with education in radiation
physics. A high school diploma or a GED
is required to enter two year courses.
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