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RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Explain treatment plans to the patient and answer questions about treatment following radiation oncologist.
- To operate the radiation therapy machine and other supportive equipment following the radiation safety protocol.
- Examine machines to make sure they are safe and working correctly.
- Check computer programs to make sure the machine will give the correct dose of radiation to the appropriate area of the patient's body.
- Operate the machine to treat the patient with radiation.
- Monitor the patient to check for unusual reactions to the treatment.
- Keep detailed records of treatment.
- Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor degree in Science (Radiation Therapy) or equivalent
- At least 2 years of relevant working experience
- License to practice radiation therapy
- Attention to detail and ability to master and troubleshoot technical machinery
- compassionate and understanding with anxious patients and family
- Ability to help adjust or shift elderly or disabled patients
- Ability to maintain professionalism while working with sick patient