RADIATION THERAPIST

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized medical institution in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Radiation Therapist. Responsibilities include preparing treatment plans, delivering radiation treatment, and ensuring safety and accuracy in procedures. A Bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy and BCLS certification are required. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy or related discipline.
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Radiation Therapy treatment planning.
• Delivers prescribed radiation treatment to patients.
• Checks operation of equipment for safety.

Skills

Assisting in treatment planning

Maintaining patient records

Radiation safety checks

Communication with patients

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy

Associate Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy

Job description

Prepares Radiation Therapy treatment planning and provides radiation treatment topatients as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1. Assists with treatment planning including the use of simulator, Computer Technology (CT) Sim, dose calculations, obtaining contours, and making templates.
2. Assists Senior Mould Room Technologist with making shells and radiation protective device.
3. Prepares treatment room and delivers prescribed radiation treatment. Documents radiation treatment correctly on treatment sheet. Checks treatment prescription, diagnosis, calculations, and patient identification.
4. Checks operation of equipment for proper working and safety including routine safety checks.
5. Reports malfunctioning of equipment or potential safety hazards to seniors.
6. Maintains patient records, reports, and files of treatments. Explains radiation procedure to patients.
7. Collects CPT and statistics in timely manner.
8. Liaises with all sections of department for smooth running of assigned area.
9. Informs the treating Radiation Oncologist of undue condition and reaction.
10. Enhances professional growth and development through continuing education.
11. Experienced rotational radiation therapist.
12. Follows departmental policies in own role and acts as a resource for others.
13. Follows all Hospital related procedures and policies.
14. Participates in self and others’ education, training and development, as applicable.
15. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate Degree/Diploma in Radiation Therapy or other related discipline is required.

Experience Required

• Grade 08: Two (2) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist with Bachelor’s or four (4) years with Associate Degree/Diploma is required.
• Grade 09: Four (4) years of experience as Radiation Therapist at KFSH&RC; Average of Annual Performance Appraisal of 4.3 or higher; Cumulative Continued Medical Education (CME) hours of 50 or higher.

Other Requirements (Certificates)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is required.