Physician - Radiation Therapy uses radiation to treat patients with cancer. Develops an individual treatment plan based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, review of laboratory tests, X-ray studies, and biopsies. Being a Physician - Radiation Therapy works with medical radiation physicists and dosimetrists to calculate and deliver the exact dose of radiation to the cancer tissue. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Physician - Radiation Therapy requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Physician - Radiation Therapy's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Radiation Therapist administers radiation treatments according to the treatment prescription authorized by the radiation oncologist; obtains images used to plan and target the radiation; assesses patient condition prior to simulation/treatment administration, and provides patient education on an ongoing basis throughout the course of simulation/treatment. When assigned to CT simulation, the Radiation Therapist creates immobilization and treatment aid/ accessory devices specific for each patient; utilizes technical knowledge operating a CT scanner and MED RAD power injector for IV contrast administration; obtains and analyzes cross sectional imaging for treatment planning according to the physician intent; obtains IV sites for contrast administration and performs blood draws as indicated.
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