Radiation therapists are responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy to cancer patients and, as part of the multidisciplinary team, for elements of treatment preparation and patient care. This encompasses the safe and accurate delivery of the radiation dose prescribed and the clinical care and support of the patient throughout the treatment preparation, treatment delivery and immediate post treatment phases.

Tasks

Tasks include -
(a) Operating or overseeing operation of radiologic, ultrasound and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes;
(b) Explaining procedures, observing and positioning patients, and using protection devices to ensure safety and comfort during examination, scan or treatment;
(c) Position imaging or treatment equipment, monitoring video displays, and adjusting settings and controls according to technical specifications;
(d) Reviewing and evaluating developed x-rays, video tape or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, and recording results of procedures;
(e) Monitoring patients' conditions and reactions, and reporting abnormal signs to a medical practitioner;
(f) Measuring and recording radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received and used for patients, following prescription issued by a medical practitioner;
(g) Administering, detecting and mapping radiopharmaceuticals or radiation in patients' bodies, using radioisotope, camera or other equipment for diagnosing and treating diseases;
(h) Recording and disposing of radioactive materials and storing radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.