Radiation Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities:

They assist radiologists and oncologists (cancer specialists) in treating diseases by exposing areas of patients’ bodies to ionizing radiation. They are also responsible for maintaining the radiation therapy equipment and helping to keep patient records. Hospitals, public health clinics, cancer treatment centers, and private offices provide radiation 

therapy.

Average Salary: $22,000 – $36,000

Education:

Students who would like to become a radiation therapist should take the most challenging high school courses available in science, math, and English. They can train to become radiation therapists in either one or two programs. Hospitals often offer one year programs.  An applicant must have graduated from an approved program in radiologic technology or been a nurse with education in radiation physics in order to qualify for a one year program. To enter two year courses a high school diploma or GED is required.

I don't think I would like to become a radiation therapist because it really doesn't interest me and I think I rather have a career with a high education.