Medical Dosimetrists
Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.
Occupation-Specific Information
Tasks
- Advise oncology team members how beam modifying or immobilization devices should be used in radiation treatment plans.
- Calculate or verify calculations of prescribed radiation doses.
- Calculate the delivery of radiation treatment, such as the amount or extent of radiation per session, based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
- Conduct radiation oncology related research, such as improving computer treatment planning systems or developing new treatment devices.
- Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for treatment delivery using image guided radiation therapy.
Technology Skills
- Medical software:Medical condition coding software,MEDITECH software
Occupational Requirements
Detailed Work Activities
- Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.
- Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
- Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
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