Radiology - Radiation Therapist

Profession: Clienttion Therapist

Specialty: Clienttion Therapist

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day Shift

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum years of experience preferred

License: Required
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Clienttion Therapy

Certifications: Required
- Certification of Therapeutic Radiology Technology (RTT)

Must-Have: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor

Description:

Administers ionizing irradiation to patients in accordance with prescriptions and instructions from department physicians.

Delivers the prescribed course of radiation therapy by checking prescription, diagnosis chart, and patient identification.

Explains procedures to patients, means of communication during treatment, and basic treatment procedure.

Delivers prescribed daily dose to patients, observing radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.

Prepares room and equipment for patients according to prescription or simulation regarding immobilization devices, etc.

Transfers patients to treatment couch, giving attention to the special needs of the patient.

Observes patients for unusual reactions and for signs and symptoms of developing complications during treatment.

Reports reactions and complications to supervisor and department physician.

Maintains a variety of records, including records of daily treatment.

Regularly reviews patient charts to eliminate errors and to ensure that blood counts and special reports are properly recorded.

Provides clinical supervision and evaluates students' practical ability to perform procedures.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.