Radiation Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities: Radiation therapy assists radiologists and oncologists in treatment diseases by exposing areas of patients’ bodies to ionizing radiation. In addition to helping with treatments, technologist is 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

Education Requirements:  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 one year program, an applicant must have graduated from an approve 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.