Radiation Therapist

A Radiation Therapist uses a range of radiation equipment to diagnose and treat patients. You might work with x-rays and other diagnostic machines or use radiotherapy to treat illnesses and disease. Radiation Therapists ensure patients are correctly positioned for the type of procedure required and calculate exposure intensities. You’ll liaise with other health care professionals in this role.

Radiation Therapists must have excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills. It’s important you can follow correct procedures and produce accurate results. Radiation Therapists must have good communication skills and be able to work with patients from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $96,200
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a radiation therapist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy)
On Campus
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radiation Therapist Radiation Safety Officer Medical Physicist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radiation Therapist Radiation Safety Officer Medical Physicist

Bachelor of Medical Science
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $28,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Researcher Hospital Scientist Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Researcher Medical Scientist Orthoptist Optometrist Embryologist Anaesthetist Surgeon Dermatologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Radiation Therapist Neurophysiologist Clinical Physiologist Anatomist Clinical Researcher Medical Science Liaison IVF Specialist Cardiac Scientist Career Medical Officer (CMO) Gynaecologist Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician
+ 23 more

Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine
On Campus
5 years
$0 - $63,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Anaesthetist General Practitioner Medical Practitioner
Surgeon Dermatologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Radiologist Obstetrician Radiation Therapist Gynaecologist Clinical Pathologist
+ 10 more

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Nuclear Medicine)
On Campus
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist PET Technologist Quality Assurance Specialist
Radiation Safety Officer Radiation Therapist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist PET Technologist Quality Assurance Specialist Radiation Safety Officer Radiation Therapist + 2 more
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Common questions

How much does a Radiation Therapist earn?

In Australia, a full time Radiation Therapist generally earns $1,850 per week ($96,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Radiation Therapist?

The number of people employed in this field is likely to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 1,900 people working in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Radiation Therapist. Radiation Therapists may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Radiation Therapist?

A Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Radiation Therapist. This course allows you to specialise in diagnostic radiography, nuclear medicine and molecular imaging or radiation therapy. A Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Medical Imaging) or a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Radiation Therapy) may also be suitable.

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Further reading

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