Radiation therapist
Medicine and health
NOC 32121
Filmed in 
Prince George
Kaitlyn, a radiation therapist, plans and delivers radiation treatments to cancer patients. She counsels patients on side effects and supports them through their treatment process. Kaitlyn finds getting to know each patient, supporting them through treatment and celebrating their milestones the most rewarding aspects of her job.

What to know

Annual Earnings
$82,840
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
College Diploma or Apprenticeship, 2 or more years
Job Openings
(2024-2034)
1,760

Top Skills

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Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

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Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

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Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Service Orientation

Actively looking for ways to help people.

Operations Monitoring

Watching gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure that a machine is working properly.

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

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