Radiation Therapist

Description: The Radiation Therapist is responsible for administering radiation therapy to Patients under direction of Chief Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncology medical staff. Typical Duties: Performs tumor localization procedures creating shells and molds, etc Performs daily linear accelerator warm-up procedures. Checks photon beam and all electron beams for consistency. Checks physics components for accuracy of beam alignment. Delivers accurately the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy. Observes Patients for unusual reactions and events Prepares Radiation Oncology treatment blocks and molds to for patient treatment. Transfers patients from wheelchairs and gurneys to linac/CT simulator couches Participates in the PI process. Performs other related duties as assigned.