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
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Adventist University of Health Sciences — Adventist University of Health Sciences (formerly Florida Hospital College) offers an accredited online BS degree in radiological sciences that offers medical imaging technologists and radiologic technicians the opportunity to learn more skills to advance their careers in the healthcare field. Earning this degree ensure that its graduates are wholly prepared for the fast-paced and quickly adapting environment of medical imaging clinics and hospitals. |
