Besides the technical aspect of understanding how the machines work and how to safely administer the proper dose of radiation, radiation therapists must show compassion and sensitivity when working with patients. Most patients are scared and upset. They may not fully understand all that is happening to their bodies and may, at times, appear confused. Therefore, radiation therapists must show patience and understanding when going over procedures. They must also take the time make sure all their patients’ questions are answered in a way that is not only comprehendible to the lay person, but provides some type of comfort.
The Pay
According to the United States of Labor radiation therapists are the fastest growing occupation and will continue to grow at fast pace until the year 2014.
Radiation therapists make between $38,550 and $57,700 per year with more experienced radiation therapists earning more than $83,340 per year.
In Atlanta Georgia, for instance, the median annual salary for a:
- Radiation Technician is $44,811
- Radiologic Technologist is $46,997
- Radiation Therapy Technologist is $62,490
- Radiation Therapist Dosimetrist is $78, 987
- Radiation Physicist is $133,442
- Radiation Therapy Physician is $274,218
Finding Employment
Wondering where you’d find employment as a radiation therapist? Check out these job boards to discover what companies are hiring and what the pay is:
Or if you’re in Georgia, contact the Human Resource Department of these fine establishments:
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Emory Eye Center
GA Radiation
Northside Hospital
Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia
Come back on Wednesday. We’ll be discussing Nuclear Medicine Technology.
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