Radiation Therapy Technician

0 - 5 Years of Experience rupess outline icon

Not disclosed time outline icon

Full Time

American Oncology Institute (AOI), Aligarh

time outline icon Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India

Posted on 27-02-2024

1 Vacancy

Description

Perform radiation therapy procedures, including external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and brachytherapy, according to treatment plans prescribed by radiation oncologists.
Operate and maintain radiation therapy equipment, including linear accelerators, brachytherapy units, and treatment planning systems, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and quality assurance.
Position patients accurately for radiation treatment delivery, including immobilization, alignment, and setup verification, utilizing imaging modalities such as CT simulation, MRI, or ultrasound, as necessary.
Monitor and assess patient response during radiation therapy sessions, observing for signs of discomfort, adverse reactions, or treatment-related side effects, and provide supportive care and assistance as needed.
Educate patients about radiation therapy procedures, treatment protocols, potential side effects, and self-care instructions, addressing patient concerns, questions, and anxieties to promote understanding and cooperation.
Collaborate with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, and other members of the radiation oncology team to develop and implement treatment plans, review imaging studies, and optimize treatment delivery techniques.
Ensure compliance with radiation safety protocols, ALARA principles (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), and regulatory requirements for radiation protection, including shielding, monitoring, and documentation of radiation exposure.