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Medical Dosimetrists

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

Median salary
$147,470/yr
Typical range
$132,080 – $167,030
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years

What a Medical Dosimetrists does

Medical dosimetrists calculate precise radiation doses for cancer treatment, working closely with radiation oncologists and physicists. They use computers and imaging software to plan safe and effective radiation therapy for patients.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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