Radiation Oncologists
ANZSCO 253918
330
18%
47%
42 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.
About this career
Radiation Oncologists provide medical care and management of patients with cancer and other medical conditions through the conduct and supervision of radiation treatment, and provide advice on the provision of palliative and other supportive care of patients with cancer.
What they typically do
- Examines internal structures and functions of organ systems, and considers x-ray findings and other examinations and tests.
- Makes diagnoses and advises patients, physicians, surgeons or other doctors.
- Administers radiopaque substances by injection, orally, or as enemas, to render internal structures and organs visible on x-ray films or fluoroscope screens.
- Conducts ultrasound, gamma camera, radioisotope scans and ct scanning.
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Radiation Oncologists.
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Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science
52923WA · AQF 6 · 1 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Management
HLT60121 · AQF 6 · 2 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda
HLT62615 · AQF 6 · 6 providers