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Radiation Therapist

Sault Ste. Marie, ONCAD42.26 - CAD52.64 / hourPosted 4 weeks ago
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Job Description

  • Deliver safe and accurate daily radiation treatments to patients by educating, preparing, and positioning for treatment, assessing verification images, and taking necessary corrective action.
  • Consult with Radiation Oncologists (RO) and Medical Physicists regarding treatment plans (e.g. interpreting computer dosimetry data).
  • Develop computerized treatment plans based on prescriptions and dose limits to critical structures.
  • Perform dose calculations based on RO’s prescription and enter into the Record and Verify system.
  • Perform quality assurance of all treament plans and dose calculations prepared by co-workers, and verify RO prescriptions.
  • Perform routine quality assurance tests on a variety of technical equipment and initiate corrective action as required.
  • Verify patient information and machine parameters by using computer systems.
  • Prepare electronic treatment charts.
  • Perform treatment preparation duties, including Computed Tomography (CT) Simulation and customized accessory fabrication (e.g. moulds, immobilization devices, and other beam modifying devices).
  • Work collaboratively with other health care professionals to ensure quality patient care and continuing professional education.
  • Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
  • Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
  • Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
  • Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
  • Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
  • Perform other duties as required.
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