Therapy Radiographer

Pantai Hospital Penang; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Malaysia seeks a qualified Radiographer to administer radiation treatment and ensure patient safety. Responsibilities include planning treatment courses, operating radiotherapy equipment, and monitoring patients during their treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Radiography and excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Radiography or related field.
• Experience in radiotherapy techniques and equipment operation required.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• Plan treatment courses with oncologists and ensure accurate delivery.
• Administer radiation treatment safely and effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to treatment.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Attention to detail

Technical equipment operation

Sensitivity towards patients

Education

Degree in Radiography

Tools

Linear accelerators

CT simulators

Job description

Planning a course of treatment with clinical oncologists and physicists, which can be complex and requires accuracy and care

Calculation and checking of Radiation dosimetry.

Treatment delivery according to the prescribed instructions.

Administering radiation treatment accurately and safely

Responsible for patient safety and well being during radiotherapy.

Explaining treatment and the processes used

Explaining the management of any likely radiotherapy side effects

Operating technical equipment confidently

Communicates effectively with health professional, patients and the public.

Developing a relationship with the patient and the patient's family

Seeking patient co-operation and trust and showing sensitivity

Provides patient care during treatment and maintain accurate treatment records.

Observing patients' responses to treatment, often on a daily basis

Evaluates and assesses treatment delivery components, daily physiologic and psychological responsiveness of patients and ensures quality care of patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment.

Responsible for tumor localization, patient follow up and patient education.

Daily quality assurance checking and machine maintenance.

Prepares certain patients’ statistic e.g. daily required statistic, monthly quality report

Ensures that all accessories are well arranged in the machine rooms (Linear accelerator and CT simulator).

Cleans used accessories as necessary before using for patients.

Reports any deficiencies and uncompleted work to the Head of department.

Promotes own knowledge, skills and abilities through participation in training activities.

Supervising and monitoring the work of junior radiographer and student radiographers and ward assistants

Involved in Safety & Quality Improvement activities and the monitoring of stock in the unit.

In reference to collating, reporting & analyzing data involved in performance improvement activities, the anatomy of patients and providers shall always be preserved.