Daily Tasks

• Carries out post-treatment reviews and follow-ups.
• Explains treatment to patient and management of any side effects.
• Calculates radiation dosage and maps volume to be treated.
• Plans course of treatment with clinical oncologists and physicists.
• Maintains records of all radiographic/therapeutic work undertaken.
• Positions patient and operates x-ray, scanning or fluoroscopic equipment.
• Decides length and intensity of exposure or strength of dosage of isotope.
• Verifies identity of patient and ensures that necessary preparations have been made for the examination/treatment.
• Assesses patients and interprets clinical requirements to determine appropriate radiographic treatments.
• Uses a range of imaging devices for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.