Radiation Therapists
SOC Code: 29-1124 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Radiation Therapists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $156,062 | $172,661 | $189,259 | $205,858 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $150,717 | $168,438 | $186,160 | $203,882 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $156,125 | $171,787 | $187,450 | $203,112 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $165,755 | $177,798 | $189,821 | $201,864 |
| Modesto, CA | $153,213 | $169,187 | $185,182 | $201,157 |
| Vallejo, CA | $145,392 | $163,800 | $182,208 | $200,616 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $109,470 | $139,672 | $169,894 | $200,096 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $148,096 | $165,381 | $182,666 | $199,950 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $105,269 | $136,344 | $167,419 | $198,494 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $105,477 | $136,448 | $167,398 | $198,370 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.8 | |
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.5 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.4 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.2 | |
| Speaking | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Coordination | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.6 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.0 |
| Physics | 3.8 |
| Mathematics | 3.6 |
| Education and Training | 3.5 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.5 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 3.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 50.1% |
| Bachelor's degree | 37.5% |
| Some college | 8.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 3.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy equipment according to established practices and standards.
- Position patients for treatment with accuracy, according to prescription.
- Enter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust equipment or regulate dosage.
- Follow principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.
- Maintain records, reports, or files as required, including such information as radiation dosages, equipment settings, or patients' reactions.
- Review prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification.
- Conduct most treatment sessions independently, in accordance with the long-term treatment plan and under the general direction of the patient's physician.
- Check radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation.
Technology Skills
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