Medical Dosimetrist Salary 2024: Median $86,850 (BLS 2020), Range $62K–$125K+, Factors: Experience, Location, Setting, Certifications

Medical dosimetrists (classified under Radiation Therapists, SOC 29-1124) design radiation treatment plans ensuring tumor dose maximization and organ-at-risk sparing.

Salary Data (BLS May 2020)

• Median Annual: $86,850
• 10th Percentile: $62,000
• 90th Percentile: >$125,000

Compensation Drivers

• Experience: Senior dosimetrists (10+ yrs) command premiums.
• Certification: CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist, MDCB) — often required; increases pay.
• Education: Master's (MS) > Bachelor's > Certificate.
• Setting: Academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers > community hospitals > private clinics.
• Geography: Highest in CA, NY, MA, WA, CO.
• Specialization: Proton therapy, SRS/SBRT, brachytherapy, MRI-linac.

Outlook

7% growth projected (2021–31) due to aging population and technology expansion. AAPM and MDCB salary surveys provide granular benchmarks.