Medical Dosimetrists

Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

$138,110
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+3% projected 2024โ€“2034
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Medical dosimetrists work behind the scenes in radiation oncology, transforming a physician's cancer treatment prescription into a precise, deliverable plan. They spend their days using sophisticated computer software to map out exactly how radiation beams should target tumors while protecting healthy tissue. This involves creating detailed three-dimensional treatment models, calculating complex radiation doses, and running multiple scenarios to find the optimal approach for each patient's unique anatomy and diagnosis.

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