Radiation Therapist Sr
Core
Administers prescribed radiation doses to oncology patients using specialized equipment, manages treatment units, and oversees clinical education and quality assurance.
Role type
Senior Radiation Therapist (Clinical & Management)
Builds
Radiation therapy treatment plans and patient care delivery
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Radiation therapy equipment operation, patient positioning, contrast administration, clinical decision-making, QA procedures, patient education, scheduling, data entry, supply management, staff training
Preferred skills
Linear accelerator expertise, CT/Simulation expertise, Imaging Specialist skills, Brachytherapy expertise
Technologies
Linear accelerators, CT/Simulation machines, Mosaiq, Kronos, Proton Center systems, HDR units, Conebeam CT, Ultrasound, MRI, PET
Responsibilities
Administer radiation doses and monitor patient reactions; prepare and construct immobilization devices; educate patients and families; train and evaluate new personnel and students; conduct daily QA checks; coordinate with physics, nursing, and dosimetry staff; manage treatment schedules and supplies; oversee imaging and treatment delivery for complex cases like SBRT/SRS.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties