Radiation Therapist

What is a Radiation Therapist?

Radiation therapists are important members the healthcare team. They work closely with doctors and many other medical professionals to assist patients receiving radiation treatment. Typically, a radiation therapist performs many important duties including operating equipment to treat patients with radiation, monitoring patients’ reactions, following safety procedures, examining machines to ensure safety, and many other important tasks. Radiation therapists often work with cancer patients before and after treatment to ensure safety and compliance.

Radiation therapists work in a variety of settings, including:

Cancer treatment centers
Physician’s offices
Hospitals
Educational facilities

What Do Radiation Therapists Earn?

According to The Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage of radiation therapists was $74,980 in May 2010. The job outlook is promising with an expected growth of 20 percent between 2010 and 2020. With cancer rates expected to increase, radiation therapists will be needed to assist patients and physicians with the monitoring and treatment f cancer.

Radiology Technician and Health Science Programs

ECPI University SACS	Available Degrees: Associate in Medical Radiography Click Here
California State University Northridge NCA	Available Degrees: Certificate for Radiologic Technology Click Here
Purdue University HLC	Available Degrees: Certificate for Medical Office Administration BS in Health Information Management Click Here
American University ACCSC	Available Degrees: Diagnostic Medical Sonography Click Here
Southern Technical College ACICS	Available Degrees: AS in Diagnostic Medical Sonography AS in Medical Laboratory Technician AS in Surgical Technician Click Here
McCann School of Business and Technology CAAHEP	Available Degrees: AS in Medical Laboratory Technician Click Here