Prevailing Wage for Medical Dosimetrists
Prevailing wage for Medical Dosimetrists (SOC 29-2036) is set by DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys and published through OFLC. Whether your offer lists you as a Dosimetrist, a CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist), or a Medical Physicist, DOL assigns four experience-based wage levels, and the floor shifts considerably depending on the worksite city.
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Level 1 covers entry-level dosimetrists with limited experience, typically under two years, performing straightforward treatment planning tasks under direct supervision. Employers filing at this level expect the hire to be developing foundational clinical skills rather than working independently.
Level 2 applies to qualified dosimetrists with moderate experience who handle standard treatment plans with general oversight. This is the most common filing level for Medical Dosimetrists, reflecting the typical hire profile at hospital radiation oncology departments.
Level 3 fits experienced dosimetrists who manage complex treatment planning cases, exercise independent judgment, and often mentor junior staff. Employers filing here generally expect the candidate to require minimal supervision on technically demanding or non-routine cases.
Level 4 applies to fully competent senior dosimetrists who lead clinical workflows, set departmental standards, and may serve as the primary point of technical authority. These filings typically reflect lead or chief dosimetrist roles with significant autonomous responsibility.
Prevailing Wage for Medical Dosimetrists by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Confirm your title maps to SOC 29-2036
Job postings for this occupation sometimes use 'Medical Physicist' as an umbrella title, which can be filed under a different SOC code with a separate wage floor. If your offer letter uses a physicist title, verify the LCA specifically cites SOC 29-2036 before signing.
Watch Seattle and Portland wage spreads
Seattle and Portland post the highest prevailing wages for this occupation, with a wide gap between Level 1 and Level 4. Employers in those markets who offer a flat compensation package should be checked carefully against the specific level floor, not the national median.
Check how signing bonuses factor into wage compliance
DOL prevailing wage compliance is measured against the regular rate of pay, not total compensation. Signing bonuses, relocation stipends, and one-time payments typically cannot be counted toward meeting the wage floor for dosimetry positions on an LCA.
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Migrate Mate shows which health systems and cancer centers have sponsored Medical Dosimetrists before, so you can focus your search on employers already familiar with the LCA and H-1B process for this specific clinical occupation.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 29-2036.00 alongside Medical Dosimetrists, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist) Prevailing Wage
CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist) Prevailing Wage
CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist) positions fall under SOC 29-2036.00 (Medical Dosimetrists). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Dosimetrist Prevailing Wage
Dosimetrist Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Dosimetrist for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 29-2036.00 (Medical Dosimetrists). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Medical Physicist Prevailing Wage
Medical Physicist Prevailing Wage
Medical Physicist is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 29-2036.00 (Medical Dosimetrists). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist Prevailing Wage
Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist Prevailing Wage
Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist positions fall under SOC 29-2036.00 (Medical Dosimetrists). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Medical Dosimetrists?
DOL calculates prevailing wages for Medical Dosimetrists using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across metropolitan and statewide survey areas. OFLC publishes these figures annually. Employers sponsoring a dosimetrist for an H-1B or PERM green card must pay at least the DOL-published wage for the worksite location and the assigned experience level.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to me?
DOL assigns four levels based on experience, supervision, and job complexity. Level 1 covers entry-level tasks under close supervision. Level 2 reflects a qualified dosimetrist handling routine cases with general oversight. Level 3 applies to experienced practitioners working independently on complex plans. Level 4 is reserved for senior or lead roles. Your level should match the actual duties and autonomy described in your job offer, not just your years of experience.
Why does the prevailing wage for this role vary so much from city to city?
DOL derives wages from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so areas with higher local pay norms produce higher prevailing wage floors. The LCA rules require employers to list the actual worksite, not just headquarters, so a dosimetrist working at a Seattle cancer center is benchmarked against Seattle area wages rather than national figures. Markets with concentrated hospital systems and specialized oncology centers tend to push regional medians higher, while smaller metros often land closer to or below the national median.
What happens if a sponsored job offer is below the prevailing wage for Medical Dosimetrists?
DOL will not certify an LCA with a wage below the prevailing wage floor for the listed worksite and wage level. USCIS can deny the H-1B petition if the LCA is non-compliant or if the certified wage does not match the offered salary. For PERM-based green card cases, OFLC also requires the offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage at the time of filing. A below-floor offer must be renegotiated before the employer can legally proceed with sponsorship.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a specific Medical Dosimetrists position in a U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool on the DOL website to look up SOC 29-2036 by metropolitan area or state. Select the correct area for the job worksite and review all four wage levels. O*NET provides additional context on typical duties and experience profiles if you need to confirm which level fits your role. Migrate Mate can also show you which employers have sponsored dosimetrists by location, giving you a practical complement to the wage lookup.
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