Medical Radiation Dosimetrist: Inside Jobs

Measures and calculates radiation dose and develops optimum arrangement of radiation fields and exposures to treat patient: Studies prescription, x rays showing area to be treated, and requirements for dose calculation. Selects beam energy, optimum multiple beam arrangement, beam modifying devices, and other factors, using computer, manuals, and guides. Develops several possible treatment arrangements that meet physician’s criteria and submits arrangements for selection by physician. Measures and calculates prescribed radiation dose based upon field sizes, depth of tumor, treatment unit, beam modifying devices, and other information, using manuals, guides, and computer. Calculates and records daily prescribed radiation dose. Explains treatment plan to RADIATION-THERAPY TECHNOLOGISTS 078.361-034. May operate x-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic x ray of patient in treatment position. May simulate treatment procedure to assist in planning treatment.

Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

How much does a Medical Radiation Dosimetrist make?

Nationally: $49,000 – $92,000

Main education level: Bachelor's

source: US Dept of Labor

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Medical Radiation Dosimetrist schools closest to Los Angeles, CA 90051 change location

Oregon Institute of Technology

Klamath Falls, OR — 598 miles
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University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX — 1202 miles
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University of Nebraska Medical Center

Omaha, NE — 1313 miles — To improve the health of Nebraskans through premier educational programs- innovative research- the highest quality patient care and outreach to underserved populations.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Winona, MN — 1574 miles
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, WI — 1592 miles
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Ashford University

Clinton, IA — 1612 miles — You may be closer than you think to the career of your dreams. That's because at Ashford University, we accept up to 99 hours of transfer credits. You graduate faster, spend less on your education and maximize your career potential. An enrollment advisor can help you choose a program that makes the...

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