Radiation Therapist

Job description

Overview Performs radiation treatment procedures, administers radiation treatments as prescribed by the physician, and charts daily treatment information. Responsibilities: - Administers radiation treatments to patients on the linear accelerators per physician prescription. - Detects and reports significant changes in patients’ conditions and determine when to withhold treatment until the physician is consulted. - Performs other clinical and technical duties with direct or indirect supervision. - Constructs/prepares immobilization, beam directional and beam modification devices. - Performs quality assurance activities, detecting equipment malfunctions and taking appropriate action. - Stocks linen and supplies in work areas in an orderly manner and maintains work rooms/area in a neat and orderly manner. - Assists the radiation oncologist in simulation procedures. - Reconfirms patient identification and verifies the procedures requested or prescribed. - Applies principles of radiation protection (as low as reasonably achievable, or ALARA) at all times. - Documents pertinent information in the patient’s medical record. - Performs CTC patient escort duties as needed. DCH Standards: - M...