Senior / Radiation Therapist

National Cancer Centre Singapore; Outram; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier cancer treatment institution in Nova Scotia is seeking a skilled Radiation Therapist to deliver safe radiation treatment and provide excellent patient care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and participate in quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field, with strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in related field preferred.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Team player, meticulous nature required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and accurate radiation treatment.
• Perform daily quality assurance checks.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Radiotherapy or equivalent

Job description

The National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) is a leading national and regional tertiary Cancer Centre, attending to majority of cancer cases in Singapore’s public healthcare sector. We offer world class oncology care by having the best talent, doing robust clinical and translational research and leading education efforts to improve cancer outcomes. Join us to build a meaningful career and offer patients hope for a cancer-free tomorrow.

About the Role

As a Radiation Therapist, you will integrate theoretical and clinical knowledge, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to provide safe and accurate radiation treatment with compassion. You will be working with a multidisciplinary team of Radiation Oncologist, Medical Physicist, Medical Dosimetrist and Oncology Nurses within Division of Radiation Oncology to deliver the best care for patients undergoing Radiation Treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and accurate radiation treatment through proper operation of radiotherapy and ancillary equipment by complying with radiation safety measures and observing practice standards.
• Provide good individual patients' care and services with regards to routine radiotherapy and pre-treatment procedures.
• Perform daily quality assurance checks and ensure that treatment machines, accessories and other supportive equipment are in good working order.
• Assist and work with senior radiation therapists/ dosimetrists in the fabrication of immobilization devices and treatment accessories, CT-simulation, treatment planning, external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy.
• Participate in quality improvement in enhancing treatment techniques and workflow and participate actively in continuous education and self-development.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Radiotherapy or equivalent with minimum 3 years of working experience in related field preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills with a good ability in writing.
• Team player, meticulous and possess good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.