| Job Title |
Radiation-therapy Technologist |
| Job Description |
Provides Radiation Therapy To Patients As Prescribed By
Radiologist (medical Ser.) 070.101-090, According To
Established Practices And Standards: Reviews Prescription,
Diagnosis, Patient Chart, And Identification. Acts As Liaison
With Physicist And Supportive Care Personnel. Prepares
Equipment, Such As Immobilization, Treatment, And Protection
Devices, And Positions Patient According To Prescription.
Enters Data Into Computer And Sets Controls To Operate And
Adjust Equipment And Regulate Dosage. Observes And Reassures
Patient During Treatment And Reports Unusual Reactions To
Physician. Photographs Treated Area Of Patient And Processes
Film. Maintains Records, Reports, And Files As Required.
Follows Principles Of Radiation Protection For Patient, Self,
And Others. May Assist In Dosimetry Procedures And Tumor
Localization. May Train Therapy Students.
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