Radiation therapists play an integral role in treating cancer and other illnesses utilizing radiation. They work closely with both patients and medical staff to provide care to those who need it, handle imaging to ensure treatment is focused on the right areas, all while using and maintaining specialty equipment.

For the Radiation Therapist

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Radiation therapists help handle the care and treatment of cancer and other medical ailments by following treatment plans laid out by oncologists and medical physicists. They administer radiation therapy, monitor patients’ responses to treatment, and take detailed notes to keep physicians up to date. If you’re interested in getting one of the many jobs in this significant medical field and don’t yet have the appropriate credentials, keep reading to learn more.

You’ll want to start your education with an associate or bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy, which you can choose to emphasize by also completing a certificate program. These educational programs will help prepare you for your career by teaching you how to operate the necessary equipment and treat patients. The associate and certificate programs may be available at your local community college.

Certification

In most states, your next step will be to obtain a certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The process will involve proving you have the necessary education. Then, you’ll take a test covering various topics essential to working in the field, including clinical concepts, treatment plans, patient care, and radiation protection, among other things. You may also choose to get certifications for other related areas through ARRT.

Certification is valid for two years. After that, you’ll need to complete continuing education requirements to maintain your certification. There is also a fee. Every ten years, ARRT will expect you to meet continuing qualifications requirements. 

Finally, in most states, you’ll need to get licensed as a Registered Technologist (R.T.). You should check the requirements for your state to ensure that you pursue the correct licensing to get you into the workforce. From start to finish, the process will take between three and five years, depending on the path you take for your education.

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