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Job Duties. Health physics technicians use equipment, such as spectrometers and gamma counters, to determine levels of radiation. They calculate exposure times and instruct workers in safety procedures and precautions, including the use of radiation detectors and protective gear.
Learn about the education and preparation needed to become a health physics technician. Get a quick view of the requirements as well as details about training, job duties and educational information to find out if this is the career for you.