Salary range:
$75,109 – $105,164
Minimum training
Associate's degree
Job description:
Radiation therapists use machines to administer radiation treatment to patients with cancer. They use an X-ray imaging machine or computerized tomography (CT scan), to pinpoint the location of the tumor. The therapist adjusts the machine, called a linear accelerator, to target radiation exposure on the tumor cells. Radiation therapists develop treatment plans in conjunction with other specialists and answer patient questions.
Work environment:
Radiation therapists work in hospitals or cancer treatment centers.
Training requirements:
Radiation therapists are required to complete an associate's degree. Some employers may require a bachelor's degree.
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