What Is This Job?

A Radiation Therapist is a medical professional who specializes in providing individualized treatment plans to patients with cancer and tumors. They work alongside oncology teams, utilizing medical imaging equipment and delivering radiotherapy treatments to shrink or remove cancer cells in the patient’s body.

What Does This Job Do?

A Radiation Therapist plays a crucial role in the treatment of cancer and tumors. They work closely with oncology teams, using medical imaging equipment to accurately deliver radiation therapy. Their responsibilities include developing personalized treatment plans, administering radiation therapies, monitoring patients’ progress, and providing support to patients and their families throughout the treatment process. Their goal is to ensure effective and safe delivery of radiation therapy to help combat cancer and improve patients’ well-being.

Job Brief

We are looking for aRadiation Therapistto join our oncology team to help with the planning and execution of radiotherapy treatments for our patients.

Radiation Therapist responsibilities include working with radioactive materials during patient care to identify and treat cancer cells in the patient’s body.

Ultimately, you will work directly with patients to create and execute treatment plans based on their needs. You will also work with a team of oncologists to deliver exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients in consultation with the oncology team
• Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions
• Administering radiation therapies as per patient treatment plans
• Use medical imaging equipment to ensure treatments are delivered accurately
• Assess patients’ reactions to treatments and provide advice and methods of alleviating the side effects of treatments
• Monitor the progress of patients and suggest amendments to treatment plans when necessary
• Provide ongoing support to patients and their families
• Perform quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines to ensure they are in working order

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Radiation Therapist or similar role
• Superb technical skills
• Proficient in using medical imaging equipment
• Ability to think critically
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Outstanding hand-eye coordination
• Bachelor’s degree in radiation therapy is preferred