Radiation Therapist delivers safe, prescribed radiation treatments as part of a multidisciplinary oncology team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Safely administer radiation therapy according to treatment plans.
- Perform accurate patient positioning and support treatment setup.
- Conduct CT simulations to support imaging and planning requirements.
- Operate linear accelerators and related radiation therapy equipment.
- Collaborate with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, nurses, and physicists to ensure precise, effective treatment delivery.
- Provide patient-centered oncology care and maintain a high standard of safety and quality.
Qualifications/skills: strong knowledge of radiation therapy procedures, ability to ensure patient safety and correct positioning, proficiency operating treatment equipment, and effective teamwork and communication in a clinical environment.