Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Profession: Clienttion Therapist

Specialty: -

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: Varies between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Experience: Minimum years of experience required: N/A

License: Clienttion Therapy certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Certifications: Required Certifications & Licensure:
Clienttion Therapy certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Must-Have: Required Skills:
Clienttion Treatment

Description:

Administers radiation therapy in accordance with physician's instructions and the patient's treatment plan.

Enters data into the computer and sets controls to operate and adjust equipment and regulate dosage.

Assists physicians, radiation oncologists, clinical physicists, and others as necessary to prepare physical and technical aspects of radiation treatment plans.

Constructs patient immobilization devices as ordered by physicians.

Maintains patient and billing records, reports, and files according to department policies and procedures.

Performs routine and complex radiation therapy treatments such as total body irradiation, stereotactic radiosurgery, and low and high brachytherapy according to established practices and standards.

Prepares equipment and room for patients.

Uses appropriate protective equipment and procedures to ensure safety of patients, self, and others.

Performs quality assurance procedures per state and federal guidelines.

Provides on-the-job clinical instruction and evaluation for student radiation therapists.