Radiation Therapist Salary | Radiation Therapist Income, Education Requirements, Overview

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Radiation therapist salary & job details:
Radiation therapists administer radiation therapy to patients, as prescribed by a radiologist. They also perform many other important duties, such as operating specialized machines. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (in 2014), the average salary was $83,710 and the average hourly wage was $40.25 per hour.
In this article/video, you'll learn the job duties of a radiation therapist, the average salary for all 50 states, the education requirements, and the job likes and dislikes.
Topics covered in video:
--Radiation therapist job duties ("a day in the life of a radiation therapist).
--Radiation therapist education requirements ("how to become a radiation therapist"), including the types of radiation therapist programs available.
--Radiation therapist certification and licensing overview.
--Radiation therapist job likes and dislikes.
--Radiation therapist salary and income information, including average hourly wage, average salary, top paying states, top paying industries, and more.
Radiation therapists are not the same as x-ray techs (we have a video on that, too--see below). These individuals work under the direction of physicians and radiologists to administer radiation therapy.
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@RegisteredNurseRN 5 жыл бұрын

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@mrAZcardinal 3 жыл бұрын

I wish so badly that I knew about this profession in High School or even during my undergraduate. It pays well, it is rewarding, it isn't back breaking work (like physical therapy) and doesn't require ridiculous amounts of schooling with a masters or doctorates (like physical therapy) which also means no GRE exam to take! I'd be in a much better position financially right now had I done this back when I was 24 and not now at 27. At least it's only a few years difference.

@hobi738 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I’m taking your comment as a sign to switch to radiation therapy instead of physical therapy. I just finished all my pre reqs and all I have to do is apply to my program but now that it’s so near I find that I definitely don’t want to be in the career lol. I hope this goes well for me

@Jedi_Are_Scum 3 жыл бұрын

Or you may not be alive right now, due to radiation poisoning..

@icarivgustorvilski7913 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jedi_Are_Scum no. RTs are not in the room while the beams are switched on. only the Pt. There is little to no exposure for RTs.

@mrp8488 2 жыл бұрын

27 is nothing, I'm almost twice that. I had enough of the insecurity of the manufacturing field. I need something with better pay, security, and something I can still do when I'm old man. That's why I'm either going into radiation therapy, or a C T. or M.R.I tech.

@RealMcLovin 2 жыл бұрын

@@mrp8488 Have you decided on one of those careers?

@xiler86 5 жыл бұрын

it would be more correct to say they work at the direction of oncologists, specifically radiation oncologists, rather than radiologists. The Radiation Oncologist provides the prescription, the radiation therapist is responsible for the delivery of that prescription through daily application of the equipment for treatment, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and completing patient care activities.

@horseradish1595 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for clearing this up, I was so confused as to whether there was even a difference

@FenyAngeI 2 ай бұрын

This video is 8yrs ago? Wow so unbelievable. Very up to date info💯 I really needed this, its timeless. Thank you

@kljamison 8 жыл бұрын

They make a decent amount of money more than what i make as an RN

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+kljamison Yes, I was very shocked to see the salary figures. However, the job positions available are very limited compared to RN jobs. Thanks for your comment! -Ben

@mayko8467 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegisteredNurseRN I have read the field occupation is predicted to increase... but I have also ready like you said that jobs are limited. How hard will it be to get a radiation therapist job?

@mishymag1 3 жыл бұрын

@@mayko8467 I’m a senior RT student and honestly haven’t heard anything about previous students having troubles finding jobs. It’s a bit stagnant right now because of the pandemic but even then recent graduates are getting hired. Absolutely a great hidden gem of a field and definitely worth looking into!

@52ShadesofSpades 3 жыл бұрын

@@mishymag1 hey if you don't mind sharing where you are studying RT and your course duration ( certification, associates or bachelors).

@kitoko8505 3 жыл бұрын

@@mishymag1 Thank you for this feedback!!! You’re the best😫😫

@ihabayoubi1807 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this video! Can you make a video about medical dosimetrist and how competitive it is to find a job?

@krbassin2465 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful I just graduated high school an intrested in this type of career

@isaacishikawa4857 3 жыл бұрын

Do u have good grades?

@Danny_from21444 3 жыл бұрын

Isaac Ishikawa no

@dharma_donk170 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, great video! radiotherapy student here, starting my course in UK soon, it's really interesting to find out about equivalent salaries, requirements, income etc; something radiotherapists/therapeutic radiographers are involved in in UK is planning of treatment, seems like this isn't the case in US

@oumaouma3672 3 жыл бұрын

can you tell us what degree are studying and what major

@saraa.8672 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you much! Very accurate info...

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+Sara A. You're very welcome! Thanks for your comment!

@__fiji 2 жыл бұрын

I'll soon have a pre-med bachelor's from a research university and after looking at PA and nursing schools, I've settled on this. The pay in CA seems hard to beat and the job stress is much lower than the former options.

@gojets9736 Жыл бұрын

Fiji Will your premed be in RT

@141622blisterblue 8 жыл бұрын

with it being a competitive field.. how would one even go about acquiring

@keithclark8030 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Great video! I'm looking at different medical fields. This and Sonographer. At my age, 53, I'm off to a late start.

@JDMorris81 3 жыл бұрын

Never too late, I'm almost 40 and watching this cause I'm considering a career change.

@edman79 3 жыл бұрын

@@JDMorris81 same here. 41

@shawandabrewer3801 3 жыл бұрын

Same here about to be 39 next month and want to change my career.

@astrobear1236 3 жыл бұрын

32 in college doing my basics i have an interest in this and sonography but it seems hard to fi d any two year programs that dont seem like a scam.

@lizziek1229 Жыл бұрын

@keithclark8030 what did you decide to do? I'm 46 and considering changing careers and looking into RT. Would love to hear your story

@reanbeanc3762 3 жыл бұрын

anyone here in this career already? I am interested in choosing this as a career but academically I am not the best, preferably in math. I don’t want to discourage myself but I will definitely work hard!!

@RJGohar-wh6mn 3 жыл бұрын

I am working as a radiotherapist for last 2 years almost.. u dont need to be good in Maths for this... Having a medical academic background is good enough.

@noonecaresworkharder9125 3 жыл бұрын

@@RJGohar-wh6mn what can you major in? Does it have to be radiation therapy?

@unknownman1035 3 жыл бұрын

@Rylee Higgins it can’t be radiation tech?

@geneli452 3 жыл бұрын

@@unknownman1035 you could do tech but you’d have to do a 12 month radiation therapy program after .

@lindagamez5575 2 жыл бұрын

@@RJGohar-wh6mn What degree did you obtain? did you have to to pre-req??? I am in my last years in high school an am still unsure of what field will be best for me...

@juvenilekidz 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve always wanted to be a nurse but this takes only as ADN too? Only 2 years? And the average salary is more . Both of my parsnts are RN’s and seems stressful and better paid ones must have a BSN. I’m thinking of this now

@ashleyabel7070 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going for my bachelors in radiation therapy! I am excited for this. I'm half way done with pre reqs!

@vanessa.gatica 3 жыл бұрын

Since this has pre reqs also what’s the total of years in school? 2 or 4

@reanbeanc3762 3 жыл бұрын

Is this a difficult field? I’m interested in it

@evamcdonald2170 Жыл бұрын

how’s it going?

@lateishajones9898 7 ай бұрын

Why do a bachelors if that much schooling isn't required?

@Btvazquez 2 жыл бұрын

so if I already have a bachelors degree in health sciences do I still need to get an associates degree from an accredited program? I can’t seem to find any certification programs you were talking about.

@sanguineel 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@victorodili3470 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, This is Victor. My question was about you saying the radiation therapist job market is competitive. Is it more or less competitive than the nursing job market

@do9138 Жыл бұрын

They make more than I do, and I've been a college professor for over 25 years.

@crim3wav3 Жыл бұрын

It's never too late to go back to school.

@NW-pt8zz 2 жыл бұрын

How hard is it to get a job in your area? I’m trying to see if it’ll be worth it. Can someone also reveal their salary?

@ReeceTongs 2 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on Certified Medical Dosimetrist?

@francesmcborough4002 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question in my senior year I will be working in the hospital while in school completing clinical does the hospital pay students working at the hospital?

@Bbqbbq13 Жыл бұрын

I want to still be somewhat young after I finish college, make a good amount of money, and I don’t want my work to determine someone’s health. I don’t know If could healthily cope if I ruin someone’s life, and determine the rest of their years all because of me. I respect all doctors because of this haha

@realistyl 2 жыл бұрын

is Radiation Therapy and Radiation Therapist the same right?

@oumaouma3672 3 жыл бұрын

i have i bachlor in biology what should i study next to be a redioterapist

@Katmaxmusic 8 жыл бұрын

thanks...awesome

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+Katmaxmusic You're very welcome. Thanks for your comment.

@SJJsolomonSJJ 4 жыл бұрын

Was looking at Boise Universities BS Degree in Imaging Science. Was wondering the demand if any with a degree like this. All pointers on this degree are welcomed

@vanessa.gatica 3 жыл бұрын

Is this 2 years TOTAL? or 2 years for the program and an additional time for pre req ?

@kitn2507 3 жыл бұрын

yes its 2 year total !!

@jacobanderson666 8 жыл бұрын

I need clarification on this; "continuing education to maintain license" what does this mean? please answer. thanks, jacob

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+Jacob Anderson To maintain a license or certification, most healthcare professionals (as well as other professions) must take continuing education courses, take re-certification exams every so often, and other such things. The courses are usually in the form of a single lecture. Re-certification exams are usually short and fairly easy. I hope that helps! -Ben

@jacobanderson666 8 жыл бұрын

+RegisteredNurseRN thanks. I was thinking more around a few months. once again, thanks.

@nishamkhalid1954 3 жыл бұрын

@@RegisteredNurseRN how to get a radiation therapist job in USA . I mean what are the procedures to secure a job for a Outsider/Indian. Hoping your kind reply 🙏

@samg8452 Жыл бұрын

Can you become one with a degree in medical radiography?

@drgio2857 8 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on Genetics and Genomics. Thanks!

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+DRGIO28 I'll do a video on genetic counselors within the next week or two. Thanks for your suggestion! -Ben

@RakeshKumar-rz1sq 3 жыл бұрын

I am bsc radiotherapy students . How to become RSO

@nfentress99 3 жыл бұрын

yes rad tech student here 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@kharishmaramlakhan4583 Жыл бұрын

Hi can I use a BA in biology as a degree for radiation therapist?

@rolwincrasta2317 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I have completed my Bachelor's degree in Radiation therapy program. If there is any job vacancy available please let me know. Thanks

@user-yv6gq1ui4i 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I was wondering if you were able to find a job? I am very interested I the profession as it hits close to home as a cancer survivor myself, but rarely do I see job postings which kind of scares me. I am hoping to get into a bachelor's program soon and would love some insight.

@dannygarcia3596 5 жыл бұрын

So what are the chances I could get a job in this field if I went for a 12 month program ? And how much less do they generally make than those who get their associates degree or bachelors degree ?

@samfremix675 5 жыл бұрын

Really low since its competitive and employers would rather take someone with associates degree which is not even that hard to get

@vinenderreddy2215 5 жыл бұрын

@@samfremix675 hallo. I did a associated degree in Indian and i have 8 years work experinence as radiation therapy technologist. So am i eligible to work in Canada or US . Kindly guide me. Thank you

@rrrrrfffff 3 жыл бұрын

@@vinenderreddy2215 you would probably have to contact the ARRT or ASRT in the US to see if your credentials and experience are accepted in the US. If not, you should have an easy time of getting into a US program with the experience you have (many of them are short and do not cost much) and very easily get a job from there. Good luck!

@NW-pt8zz 2 жыл бұрын

@@samfremix675 what if you already have a bachelors

@15yoloamazing 5 жыл бұрын

If I’m trying to become a radiation therapist can I still get a degree in radiology? Because I’ve had trouble looking for a school that has a program for an associates degree in radiation therapy

@Knoe-lp2wl 4 жыл бұрын

Cj Crabtree it’s very uncommon to find a school. I have to go out of state for it.... it’s brutal being an 18 year old trying to get into schooling

@Klutchh_Kam 4 жыл бұрын

@ CJ Crabtree Go to bls.gov search for Radiation Therapist then go to the Accreditation link for this profession and they have a list of schools on the accredited website. Were you can get the degree

@stephennkrumah 8 жыл бұрын

How do you find the job?

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+apostle stephen The best way to look for jobs in this field is to search major online job posting websites like snagajob.com and monster.com. -Ben

@moorelife5688 8 жыл бұрын

So is it worth it to do a 2 year degree or will it be more beneficial to go for 4 years? Thanks a lot!

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+David Moore It depends, but a more advanced degree will generally open up more opportunities for advancement. Thanks for your question!

@moorelife5688 8 жыл бұрын

+RegisteredNurseRN and how hard is the field to get a job in the next two to four year? Is it impossible like some people say?

@RegisteredNurseRN 8 жыл бұрын

+David Moore Jobs are limited, but I think it depends on the demand in the area you wish to work. To help give you the best idea on how the job market looks, I suggest looking at popular job posting sites like monster.com, snagajob.com or indeed.com and search for jobs in your area (or an area you are willing to relocate to). Hope that helps :)

@taijae8092 2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone recommend some accredited college programs for this? To be more specific online programs?

@pamela_treasuresailsltd.co9001 2 жыл бұрын

I found programs in my local community colleges. Hope this helps

@giovannidubon2645 Жыл бұрын

For medical jobs like this it's kinda hard to do these online because most of them have physical clinicals(which you have to do in person) so I don't see it happening online.

@lilrexy6088 3 жыл бұрын

Do I have to go to college for this?

@rrrrrfffff 3 жыл бұрын

Yes you do. In the video, he says you have 3 options: a technical certificate (about a 1 year program), an AS degree (usually 2 years), or a BS degree (usually 4 years). It depends on the hiring requirements of where you are trying to work though, but a lot of the core material/classes between the 3 options is the same.

@strikerjess 4 жыл бұрын

can you start this career path as a radiologic technologist?

@irenecostis3544 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@christian37098 2 жыл бұрын

What do we need to do to get into this program as a radiologic technologist? I’m in school now to be a RAD tech.

@anahim.7194 3 жыл бұрын

I'm interested in this career is it hard to find a job in this ?

@lilrexy6088 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if u have to go to college to become one?

@anahim.7194 3 жыл бұрын

@@lilrexy6088 yes you do

@RJGohar-wh6mn 3 жыл бұрын

@@anahim.7194 it depends upon cancer care centres in your country or state.

@thewordofgodwillsanctifyus7177 3 жыл бұрын

@@RJGohar-wh6mn im 2nd yr student in india what is,starting salary

@vice_santos 4 жыл бұрын

how much does a entry level make?

@onedacangonji7464 4 жыл бұрын

depends on the site. i was told never accept anything lower than 28$ an hour, my first job pays me 30.53$ an hour

@vice_santos 4 жыл бұрын

Oneda Cangonji huh thanks alot

@ivish_mendonca 3 жыл бұрын

@@onedacangonji7464 how much it will make at a month

@NW-pt8zz 2 жыл бұрын

@@onedacangonji7464 how long did it take you to find a job

@ahalyasuji8629 3 жыл бұрын

I completed my B.Sc Radiotherapy technology 😁😁😁😁✌✌✌✌✌✌✌ now searching for job🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 anyone help me plz🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

@g-era8998 2 жыл бұрын

Where you able to find a job?

@CleoraAleise 9 ай бұрын

If you travel you can make even more

@mohammedhaji910 5 жыл бұрын

The reason why the pay a lot is that you are facing some risk of exposure to radiation

@xiler86 5 жыл бұрын

This is not actually true. You have a much higher risk of radiation exposure in radiography or nuclear medicine, not to mention as a flight attendant or pilot etc. The reason the pay is high is more likely related to the emotional duress and job burnout of working every day with patients, of which some are terminally ill. This job requires a high amount of empathy, interpersonal skills, and the ability to perform under pressure

@onedacangonji7464 4 жыл бұрын

this is not true lol

@Thomzz95 4 жыл бұрын

What about X-ray techs ? They deal with radiation aswell but their pay is lower.

@xxrkg8437 2 жыл бұрын

@@xiler86 can you elaborate how it’s under pressure