The job market for radiation therapists in the United States

There are currently an estimated 15,900 radiation therapists in the United States. The radiation therapist job market is expected to grow by 2.5% between 2022 and 2032.

How employable are radiation therapists?

CareerExplorer rates radiation therapists with a D employability rating, meaning this career should provide weak employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 2,100 radiation therapists. That number is based on 400 additional radiation therapists, and the retirement of 1,700 existing radiation therapists.

What’s the supply of radiation therapists?

The radiation therapist industry is concentrated in Texas, New York, California

Radiation Therapist job market by state