How do they match: Radiation Therapists

  • Computed Tomography Simulation Therapist
  • Radiation Therapy Technician

  • 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.

  • Act as liaison with physicist and supportive care personnel.
  • Enter data into computer and set controls to operate or adjust equipment or regulate dosage.
  • Help physicians, radiation oncologists, or clinical physicists to prepare physical or technical aspects of radiation treatment plans, using information about patient condition and anatomy.

  • Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
  • Interact with patients to build rapport or provide emotional support.