The Radiation Therapist applies ionizing radiation to the patient in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for helping in the efficient operation of the radiation department and ensuring safe patient care.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

+ Delivers precisely the prescribed planned course of radiation therapy with minimal supervision
+ Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart and patient identification
+ Explains procedure to patient, means of communication during treatment and procedure to follow if emergency arises during treatment
+ Reinforces Radiation Oncologist's advice to patient regarding reactions to treatment and their care
+ Prepares room and equipment for patient according to prescription regarding immobilization devices, field size, treatment distance, lead protection devices, etc.
+ Transfers patient safely to treatment couch, giving special care to cathe...