Radiation therapist, Kaihaumanu pūhihi
Also known as
- Medical radiation therapist
Radiation therapists treat cancer and other diseases in patients with radiation therapy. They may also manage patient records and treatment plans.
Your pay could be
$66K
Lower
$81K to $110K
Most common
$124K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
3 years
Radiation therapists
- usually work regular hours but may work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work in hospitals
- may work in hazardous conditions
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be responsible, accurate and methodical
Tasks
- operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment
- position patients for treatment or examination
- administer cancer treatments
- protect patients or staff members using safety equipment
- verify accuracy of patient information
- adjust settings or positions of medical equipment
- enter patient or treatment data into computers
- examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation
- monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities
- inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Social
Practical
Organised
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
Kairoro Kaingākau
Do the Interest quiz to find out how well your interests fit with this job.
Do the quizYou need a qualification to become a radiation therapist.
You need
- a Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
- an Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board
Te Poari Ringa Hangarua Iraruke
Phone Number,04 801 6250
mrt@medsci.co.nz
https://www.mrtboard.org.nz/If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
Loading job ads
Other career ideas in Specialist health and therapyĒtahi atu huatau aramahi i Hauora mātanga me te haumanu,
Showing career ideas 1-6 of 16