# Medical Dosimetrists

> Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.
- **Entity Type:** role
- **Schema Version:** role.v1
- **Soc Code:** 29-2036.00
- **Summary:** Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.

## Aliases

- CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist)
- Dosimetrist
- Medical Dosimetrist
- Medical Physicist
- Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist
- Medical Radiation Dosimetrist
- Radiation Dosimetrist
- Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist (RT Dosimetrist)

## Tasks

| Text | Type | Iwa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Design the arrangement of radiation fields to reduce exposure to critical patient structures, such as organs, using computers, manuals, and guides. | Core | 4.A.1.a.1.s |
| Calculate the delivery of radiation treatment, such as the amount or extent of radiation per session, based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy. | Core | 4.A.2.a.4.f |
| Identify and outline bodily structures, using imaging procedures, such as x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, or positron emission tomography. | Core | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Plan the use of beam modifying devices, such as compensators, shields, and wedge filters, to ensure safe and effective delivery of radiation treatment. | Core | 4.A.2.a.3.d |
| Calculate, or verify calculations of, prescribed radiation doses. | Core | 4.A.2.a.4.f |
| Develop radiation treatment plans in consultation with members of the radiation oncology team. | Core | 4.A.2.b.2.a |
| Supervise or perform simulations for tumor localizations, using imaging methods such as magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, or positron emission tomography scans. | Core | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for treatment delivery, using image-guided radiation therapy. | Core | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Record patient information, such as radiation doses administered, in patient records. | Core | 4.A.3.b.6.k |
| Develop treatment plans, and calculate doses for brachytherapy procedures. | Supplemental | 4.A.2.a.4.f |
| Advise oncology team members on use of beam modifying or immobilization devices in radiation treatment plans. | Core | 4.A.4.b.3.f |
| Fabricate beam modifying devices, such as compensators, shields, and wedge filters. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.q |

## Emerging Tasks


## Activities

| Name | Iwa |
| --- | --- |
| Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel. | 4.A.4.b.3.f |
| Recommend types of assistive devices. | 4.A.4.b.6.b |
| Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues. | 4.A.4.b.6.f |
| Analyze health-related data. | 4.A.2.a.4.f |
| Calculate numerical data for medical activities. | 4.A.2.a.4.f |
| Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. | 4.A.1.a.1.s |
| Research new technologies. | 4.A.1.a.1.t |
| Process x-rays or other medical images. | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems. | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Operate diagnostic imaging equipment. | 4.A.3.a.3.d |
| Develop treatment plans for patients or clients. | 4.A.2.b.2.a |
| Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists. | 4.A.4.a.2.b |
| Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities. | 4.A.4.a.2.c |
| Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments. | 4.A.4.a.2.d |
| Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers. | 4.A.4.b.6.a |
| Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments. | 4.A.4.b.6.a |
| Fabricate medical devices. | 4.A.3.a.2.q |
| Make patient-assistive devices or device models. | 4.A.3.a.2.q |
| Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures. | 4.A.4.a.5.c |
| Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. | 4.A.1.a.1.l |
| Monitor patients following surgeries or other treatments. | 4.A.1.a.2.e |
| Monitor operational quality or safety. | 4.A.1.a.2.b |
| Calibrate scientific or technical equipment. | 4.A.3.a.2.i |
| Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | 4.A.3.a.2.i |
| Calibrate equipment to specifications. | 4.A.3.a.2.i |
| Protect patients or staff members using safety equipment. | 4.A.2.a.3.d |
| Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment. | 4.A.3.a.2.i |
| Record vital statistics or other health information. | 4.A.3.b.6.k |
| Maintain medical records. | 4.A.3.b.6.k |
| Supervise technical medical personnel. | 4.A.4.b.4.a |
| Train medical providers. | 4.A.4.b.3.f |

## Capabilities

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mathematics | knowledge | 4.2 |
| Physics | knowledge | 4.15 |
| Critical Thinking | essential_skill | 4.12 |
| Written Comprehension | ability | 4.12 |
| Deductive Reasoning | ability | 4.12 |
| Inductive Reasoning | ability | 4.12 |
| Reading Comprehension | essential_skill | 4 |
| Active Listening | essential_skill | 4 |
| Oral Comprehension | ability | 4 |
| Computers and Electronics | knowledge | 3.95 |
| Speaking | essential_skill | 3.88 |
| Oral Expression | ability | 3.88 |
| Written Expression | ability | 3.88 |
| Problem Sensitivity | ability | 3.88 |
| Near Vision | ability | 3.88 |
| Writing | essential_skill | 3.75 |
| Speech Recognition | ability | 3.75 |
| Speech Clarity | ability | 3.75 |
| Biology | knowledge | 3.7 |
| Complex Problem Solving | transferable_skill | 3.62 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | transferable_skill | 3.62 |
| Information Ordering | ability | 3.62 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | knowledge | 3.58 |
| English Language | knowledge | 3.56 |
| Mathematics | essential_skill | 3.5 |
| Monitoring | essential_skill | 3.5 |
| Time Management | transferable_skill | 3.5 |
| Category Flexibility | ability | 3.5 |
| Design | knowledge | 3.45 |
| Science | essential_skill | 3.38 |
| Active Learning | essential_skill | 3.38 |
| Social Perceptiveness | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Mathematical Reasoning | ability | 3.38 |
| Education and Training | knowledge | 3.35 |
| Service Orientation | transferable_skill | 3.25 |
| Number Facility | ability | 3.25 |
| Flexibility of Closure | ability | 3.25 |
| Learning Strategies | essential_skill | 3.12 |
| Coordination | transferable_skill | 3.12 |
| Systems Analysis | transferable_skill | 3.12 |

## Skills

| Name | Type |
| --- | --- |
| Mathematics | Common Skill |
| Physics | Specialized Skill |
| Inductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Deductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Critical Thinking | Common Skill |
| Reading Comprehension | Common Skill |
| Active Listening | Common Skill |
| Writing | Common Skill |
| Speech Recognition | Specialized Skill |
| Biology | Specialized Skill |
| Information Ordering | Specialized Skill |
| Complex Problem Solving | Common Skill |
| English Language | Common Skill |
| Time Management | Common Skill |
| Social Perceptiveness | Common Skill |
| Active Learning | Common Skill |
| Visualization | Specialized Skill |
| Systems Analysis | Specialized Skill |
| Learning Strategies | Specialized Skill |
| Instructing | Specialized Skill |
| Negotiation | Common Skill |
| Finger Dexterity | Common Skill |
| Chemistry | Specialized Skill |
| Depth Perception | Common Skill |
| Telecommunications | Specialized Skill |
| Psychology | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Selection | Specialized Skill |
| Geography | Specialized Skill |
| Foreign Language | Common Skill |
| Medical Software | Specialized Skill |
| Installation | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Maintenance | Specialized Skill |

## Tools

| Example | Category | Hot | In Demand |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Eclipse IDE | Development environment software | yes | yes |
| Epic Systems | Medical software | yes | yes |
| MEDITECH software | Medical software | yes | no |
| Medical condition coding software | Medical software | no | no |

## Work Context

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Time Pressure | 5 |
| Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | 4.85 |
| Telephone Conversations | 4.8 |
| E-Mail | 4.8 |
| Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams | 4.8 |
| Spend Time Sitting | 4.79 |
| Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | 4.75 |
| Consequence of Error | 4.5 |
| Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | 4.21 |
| Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals | 4.2 |
| Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | 4.15 |
| Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team | 4.1 |
| Frequency of Decision Making | 4.05 |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | 4 |
| Contact With Others | 3.9 |
| Freedom to Make Decisions | 3.9 |
| Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | 3.85 |
| Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities | 3.47 |
| Level of Competition | 3.4 |
| Health and Safety of Other Workers | 3.15 |
| Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers | 3.15 |
| Degree of Automation | 2.65 |
| Conflict Situations | 2.6 |
| Physical Proximity | 2.6 |
| Exposed to Disease or Infections | 2.58 |
| Exposed to Radiation | 2.5 |
| Deal With External Customers or the Public in General | 2.45 |
| Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment | 2.45 |
| Written Letters and Memos | 2.4 |
| Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People | 1.95 |
| Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable | 1.9 |
| Spend Time Standing | 1.8 |
| Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection | 1.75 |
| Public Speaking | 1.65 |
| Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | 1.65 |
| Exposed to Contaminants | 1.5 |
| Spend Time Walking or Running | 1.45 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | 1.42 |
| Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body | 1.35 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | 1.25 |

## Preparation

- **Job Zone:** 4
- **Job Zone Name:** Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
- **Education:** Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
- **Experience:** A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
- **Svp Range:** (7.0 to < 8.0)

### Education Distribution

| Label | Percentage |
| --- | --- |
| Bachelor's Degree | 40 |
| Post-Baccalaureate Certificate | 35 |
| Master's Degree | 15 |
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 5 |
| First Professional Degree | 5 |

## Person Fit

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dependability | work_style | 8 |
| Attention to Detail | work_style | 7 |
| Information Technology | specific_interest_area | 6 |
| Integrity | work_style | 6 |
| Mathematics/Statistics | specific_interest_area | 5.73 |
| Medical Science | specific_interest_area | 5.44 |
| Investigative | career_interest_type | 5.3 |
| Health Care Service | specific_interest_area | 5.22 |
| Physical Science | specific_interest_area | 5.03 |
| Conventional | career_interest_type | 5 |
| Engineering | specific_interest_area | 5 |
| Cautiousness | work_style | 5 |
| Realistic | career_interest_type | 4.57 |
| Intellectual Curiosity | work_style | 4 |
| Life Science | specific_interest_area | 3.62 |
| Social | career_interest_type | 3.57 |

## Related Roles

| Soc Code | Slug | Title | Tier |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 29-1124.00 | role-29-1124-00 | Radiation Therapists | Primary-Short |
| 29-2033.00 | role-29-2033-00 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Primary-Short |
| 29-1224.00 | role-29-1224-00 | Radiologists | Primary-Short |
| 29-2034.00 | role-29-2034-00 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Primary-Short |
| 19-4051.02 | role-19-4051-02 | Nuclear Monitoring Technicians | Primary-Short |
| 29-2031.00 | role-29-2031-00 | Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | Primary-Long |
| 29-2011.00 | role-29-2011-00 | Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists | Primary-Long |
| 29-2035.00 | role-29-2035-00 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists | Primary-Long |
| 29-2032.00 | role-29-2032-00 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Primary-Long |
| 29-2099.01 | role-29-2099-01 | Neurodiagnostic Technologists | Primary-Long |
| 29-1212.00 | role-29-1212-00 | Cardiologists | Supplemental |
| 29-1243.00 | role-29-1243-00 | Pediatric Surgeons | Supplemental |

## Career Clusters

| Cluster | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Healthcare & Human Services | healthcare-human-services |

## Education Level

- **Category:** Bachelor's degree

## Study Programs

| Title | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Health Professions and Related Programs | health-professions-and-related-programs |

## Market

- **Median Wage:** 138110
- **Mean Wage:** 141420
- **Pct10Wage:** 103760
- **Pct25Wage:** 125600
- **Pct75Wage:** 157840
- **Pct90Wage:** 176360
- **Employment:** 3970
- **Area Title:** U.S.

## Industries


### Top

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Median Wage | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 62 | 62 | Health Care and Social Assistance | Sector | 3410 | 140000 | 5.73 |
| 54 | 54 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | Sector | 300 | 124020 | 1.08 |
| 42 | 42 | Wholesale Trade | Sector | 70 | 132500 |  |
| 61 | 61 | Educational Services | Sector | 70 | 140320 |  |

### Concentrated

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 62 | 62 | Health Care and Social Assistance | Sector | 3410 | 5.73 |
| 54 | 54 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | Sector | 300 | 1.08 |
- **Count:** 4

## Ai Signals


## Ai Outlook


### Index

- **Value:** 58
- **Percentile:** 57
- **Band:** Moderate
- **Version:** ai-exposure-index-v1

#### Components

| Percentile | Source |
| --- | --- |
| 59 | openai_gpts_are_gpts |
| 56 | microsoft_working_with_ai |
- **Component Count:** 2

### Exposure

| Source | Label | Value | Percentile | Band | Note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| eloundou_gamma | LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou) | 0.75 | 59 | Moderate | Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank. |
| microsoft_applicability | AI assistant applicability (Microsoft) | 0.1640258450711516 | 56 | Moderate | How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement. |

### Eloundou

- **Alpha:** 0.15000000000000002
- **Beta:** 0.45
- **Gamma:** 0.75

### Usage Tasks


### Bls

- **Growth Percent:** 3.5
- **Growth Percentile:** 58
- **Direction:** About average
- **Annual Openings Thousands:** 0.2
- **Annual Openings Percentile:** 2
- **Employment2024Thousands:** 4.8
- **Employment2034Thousands:** 4.9

### Sources

| Source | Version |
| --- | --- |
| bls_employment_projections | 2024-2034 |
| microsoft_working_with_ai | working-with-ai |
| openai_gpts_are_gpts | gpts-are-gpts |

## Counts

- **Tasks:** 19
- **Skills:** 32
- **Capabilities:** 120
- **Tools:** 4
- **Related Roles:** 20

## Source

- **Dataset:** gold.onet_role_starter_surface
- **Version:** 30.3
- **Generated At:** 2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00
- **Content Hash:** 1557ed674c805f97