Radiation Therapist
What Does A Radiation Therapist Do?
A radiation therapist operates a radiation therapy equipment to administer radiation in order treat cancer and other diseases.
How Do I Become A Radiation Therapist?
Completing a two-year college program in a radiation therapy program is required to obtain this position. A four-year bachelor’s degree in this field will make an applicant more competitive.
What is the Average Salary For A Radiation Therapist?
High – 100,000
Median – 72,000
Low – 50,000
What Courses Should I Take To Become A Radiation Therapist?
- Science – As much as possible, including biology and psychology!
- Math – As much as possible!
- English – As much as possible!
- Anatomy
- Communication
What Is The Work Environment For A Radiation Therapist?
Radiation therapists typically work in cancer treatment centers, hospitals, and doctor’s offices.
What Is The Future Outlook For A Radiation Therapist?
The job outlook for this position looks good over the next 10 years, keeping in mind that geographical differences may exist. There will likely be a lot of competition for these jobs because there aren’t many of them.
References
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Explore Careers, Labour Market Information, Government of Canada
