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Radiation Therapists
2
Alternate Occupation Titles
Medical
Dosimetrist
Certified
Medical
Dosimetrist
1
O*NET-SOC Description
Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel;
preparing
equipment
, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.
10
Tasks
Prepare
or construct
equipment
, such as immobilization, treatment, or protection devices.
Administer prescribed doses of radiation to specific body parts, using radiation therapy
equipment
according to established practices and standards.
Assist in the
preparation
of sealed radioactive materials, such as cobalt, radium, cesium, or isotopes, for use in radiation treatments.
Check radiation therapy
equipment
to ensure proper operation.
Educate,
prepare
, and reassure patients and their families by answering questions, providing physical assistance, and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
Enter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust
equipment
or regulate dosage.
Help physicians, radiation oncologists, or clinical physicists to
prepare
physical or technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy.
Maintain records, reports, or files as required, including such information as radiation dosages,
equipment
settings, or patients' reactions.
Observe and reassure patients during treatment and report unusual reactions to physician or turn
equipment
off if unexpected adverse reactions occur.
Store, sterilize, or
prepare
the special applicators containing the radioactive substance implanted by the physician.
15
Detailed Work Activities
Prepare
medications
or
medical
solutions.
Adjust settings or positions of
medical
equipment.
Calculate numerical data for
medical
activities.
Develop
medical
treatment plans.
Examine
medical
instruments or
equipment
to ensure proper operation.
Explain
medical
procedures or test results to patients or family members.
Fabricate
medical
devices.
Inform
medical
professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
Maintain
medical
facility records.
Operate diagnostic imaging
equipment.
Operate diagnostic or therapeutic
medical
instruments or
equipment.
Process x-rays or other
medical
images.
Protect patients or staff members using safety
equipment.
Sterilize
medical
equipment
or instruments.
Train
medical
providers.
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