Radiation Therapist
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Radiation TherapistFrom this page of the U.S. Department of Labor, you can learn about the nature of the work of a radiation therapist, as well as the training required, advancement opportunities, job outlook, and likely salary if you decide to enter this field. Find information on related occupations, or connect to a variety of important resources and organizations in the field of radiation therapy.
National Institutes of Health: Lifeworks, Radiation TherapistThe Science Education program of the National Institutes of Health offers you a comprehensive career profile to a radiation therapist at this page, where you will find information on salary, education, skills needed, and links to organizations and references. The document is printer-friendly, too.
Occupational Titles
Radiation Therapist
Radiation Technologist
Radiologic Technician
Radiographer
Accredited Academic Programs
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: AART-Recognized Educational ProgramsFind lists of accredited academic programs at this search engine, provided by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. Select from a variety of sub-specialties, and then connect to your chosen program of interest.
Salary Levels
PayScale: Radiologic TechnologistLearn about the salary of a radiologic technologist at this graph, which provides information according to years of experience. Scroll further down the page, and you will find similar salary information that is grouped according to rate by city or state employed in.
Professional Organizations
American Society of Radiologic TechnologistsEnter the site of the premier organization in radiologic technology, and you will learn all about the resources out there for improving patient care and learning about this potential career. Tabs at the top bring you to details on membership, your career, and your education, while the links available at the left side connect you further to professional publications, news, studies, and special information for students.
Licensing & Certification
American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsThis organization provides everything you need to know about earning certification and licensure in the field of radiologic technology. You can find certification details, state requirements, examination information, and publications on licensing, so that you understand the process. Links to publications, discussions, and videos about qualifications are also offered.
State Licensing Boards for Radiologic TechnologyMost states require state licensure for practice of radiologic technology. From this list, access your selected state, contact information, and related website to learn more about the process where you live.
Job Opportunity Sources
American Society of Radiologic Technologists: Career CenterYou can accelerate a career search by posting your resume at this site following your graduation, register for job alerts, or build a personalized website.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists: Job BankThe job bank of this professional organization is the largest job board of its kind, with a special section for student candidates and a salary estimator.
Publications
Advance: Radiologic TechnologistsThis publication for imaging and radiation therapy professionals offers departments that include career tools, education, job fairs, and opportunities for community networking. You can browse an annual index of each year’s articles dating back to 2000.
Online Forums & Blogs
Advance Talking Radiology BlogsThe latest blog groups provide opinions and advice in the field and connect interested students and professionals with active discussions in the field of radiologic technology. Click on the latest posts, and you can navigate further to archives and even other blog links.
Career Videos
American Society of Radiologic Technologists: Career Encounters VideosWatch videos of radiologic technologists’ careers at this page, with each segment introducing you to real-world clips of what this job is like.
ISeek: Radiologic TechnologistThe career video available at this comprehensive job profile includes discussion of how this professional prepares patients for procedures, information on the equipment that is used, and more about the job of the radiologic technologist in analyzing patient images.
