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radiation therapist

Radiation therapists are responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy to cancer patients and, as part of the multidisciplinary team, for elements of treatment preparation and patient care.

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DESCRIPTION

Radiation therapists are responsible for the accurate delivery of radiotherapy to cancer patients and, as part of the multidisciplinary team, for elements of treatment preparation and patient care. This encompasses the safe and accurate delivery of the radiation dose prescribed and the clinical care and support of the patient throughout the treatment preparation, treatment delivery and immediate post treatment phases.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
biomarkers
electroencephalography

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
perform virtual simulation
delineate organs at risk
comply with quality standards related to healthcare practice
OPTIONALOptional competences
administer contrast media

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Skills overview

63total
53 essential
10 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
2
Skills
4

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Quick insight

This role requires 53 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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