ONET Occupations » 29-1124.00

Radiation Therapists

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.72)
  2. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.62)
  3. Heal, cure - People (4.62)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.62)
  5. Study, observe - Data (4.26)
  6. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  7. Follow through, get things done - People (3.99)
  8. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.79)
  9. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.76)
  10. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  11. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  12. Listen - People (3.75)
  13. Use my brain - Data (3.75)
  14. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  15. Plan - Data (3.74)
  16. Coordinate - People (3.63)
  17. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.52)
  18. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)
  19. Speak - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (3.62)
  2. Active Listening (3.62)
  3. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  2. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  3. Oral Expression (3.75)
  4. Information Ordering (3.75)
  5. Written Comprehension (3.62)
  6. Written Expression (3.50)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (3.50)
  8. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.50)
  9. Speech Recognition (3.50)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.82)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.72)
  3. Concern for Others (4.62)
  4. Self Control (4.56)
  5. Dependability (4.56)
  6. Stress Tolerance (4.49)
  7. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.38)
  8. Cooperation (4.34)
  9. Social Orientation (4.04)
  10. Initiative (4.02)
  11. Persistence (3.99)
  12. Achievement/Effort (3.89)
  13. Leadership (3.76)
  14. Independence (3.76)
  15. Analytical Thinking (3.75)
  16. Innovation (3.52)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.62)
  2. Documenting/Recording Information (4.46)
  3. Interacting With Computers (4.44)
  4. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.43)
  5. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.40)
  6. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.32)
  7. Getting Information (4.28)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.26)
  9. Processing Information (4.23)
  10. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.09)
  11. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.03)
  12. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.02)
  13. Analyzing Data or Information (3.98)
  14. Performing General Physical Activities (3.97)
  15. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.97)
  16. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.96)
  17. Handling and Moving Objects (3.95)
  18. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.79)
  19. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.74)
  20. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.63)
  21. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.62)
  1. Administer Injections (4.62)
  2. Administer Radioactive Isotopes (4.62)
  3. Take Vital Signs (4.62)
  4. Work With Persons With Mental Disabilities Or Illnesses (4.62)
  5. Position Patient For Therapy (4.62)
  6. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.44)
  7. Use Medical Equipment In Direct Patient Care (4.43)
  8. Operate Radiologic Equipment (4.43)
  9. Collect Clinical Data (4.28)
  10. Observe Patient Condition (4.26)
  11. Calculate Radiation Dosage, Following Physician's Prescription (4.23)
  12. Calculate Medical Dosages (4.23)
  13. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.02)
  14. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (3.97)
  15. Follow Patient Care Procedures (3.97)
  16. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (3.97)
  17. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (3.97)
  18. Follow Clinical Radiation Safety Procedures (3.97)
  19. Prepare Radioactive Isotopes For Therapeutic Applications (3.95)
  20. Perform Safety Inspections In Health Care Setting (3.79)
  21. Plan Therapy Treatment Program (3.74)