Radiation Therapists
Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Radiation Therapists to increase by 2.8% between 2024 and 2034, from 17,400 to 17,900 jobs. Its estimate of 700 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($105,310), education (Associate's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
17,400
Projected employment (2034)
17,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
3%
Annual openings (projected average)
700
Pay & Preparation
$105,310
Associate's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Active Listening (3.75/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.75/5) • Critical Thinking (3.5/5) • Operations Monitoring (3.38/5) • Social Perceptiveness (3.38/5) • Coordination (3.25/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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