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Occupation Title :  Radiation Therapists

Occupation Code :  29-1124

Job Description : 

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.

Method of Entry

Radiation therapists need to complete formal education programs. Most programs lead to a bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree in radiation therapy.

Annual Salary : $80,818.00

Hourly Wage : $38.85

Growth Rate 2015-2017:  02.20%

Occupation Title :  Education Administrators

Occupation Code :  11-9039

Job Description : 

All education administrators not listed separately.

Method of Entry

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree and/or Work Experience in a related occupation of 1 to 5 years.

Annual Salary : $75,726.00

Hourly Wage : $36.41

Growth Rate 2015-2017: NA

Occupation Title :  Chief Executives

Occupation Code :  11-1011

Job Description : 

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Method of Entry

Although education and training vary widely by position and industry, many top executives have at least a bachelor’s degree and a considerable amount of work experience. 

Annual Salary : $145,137.00

Hourly Wage : $69.78

Growth Rate 2015-2017:  01.15%  

Occupation Title :  Software Developers

Occupation Code :  15-1132 | STEM Career

Job Description : 

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Method of Entry

Software developers usually have a bachelor’s degree in computer science and strong computer-programming skills.

Annual Salary : $85,382.00

Hourly Wage : $41.05

Growth Rate 2015-2017: 3.45% 

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