How do they match: Radiation Therapists

  • Certified Medical Dosimetrist

  • 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.

  • Assist in the preparation of sealed radioactive materials, such as cobalt, radium, cesium, or isotopes, for use in radiation treatments.
  • 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.
  • Provide assistance to other healthcare personnel during dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

  • Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
  • 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 or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Process x-rays or other medical images.
  • Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
  • Train medical providers.