Job Summary: The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to
the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the
Radiation Oncologist.


Job Responsibilities:-Accurately delivers the planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision.-Verifies patient information and prepares the treatment room and equipment.-Monitors
patient's condition while undergoing treatment, recognizing signs of
treatment complications and alerting the physician or nurse if needed.-Explain
procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment, and
procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment.-Reinforce Radiation Oncologist's advice to patients regarding reactions to treatment and their care.-Perform quality assurance checks on all treatment plans prior to treatment.-Perform
image fusion daily on patients treatment (when applicable), verifying
the planned treatment field matches the area of interest for treatment.-Perform
custom immobilization, through fabrication of patient specific
immobilization devices, to accurately align patients for daily radiation
therapy.-Follow principles of radiation protection for patients, self, and others.-Conduct daily Quality Assurance checks on radiation delivery equipment.

Pay quotes are an estimate of gross weekly pay, including non-taxable reimbursements, based on available information and subject to confirmation.

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