Radiation Therapist, NCIS (7808)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a qualified professional to coordinate and administer accurate radiation treatment. Your responsibilities include operating therapy machines, ensuring quality assurance, and mentoring student Radiation Therapists. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Radiation Technology and preferably 3 years of clinical experience. Fresh graduates will be considered for entry positions.

Qualifications

• 3 years of clinical experience in Medical Radiation Therapy preferred.
• Competent to perform pre-treatment and treatment delivery procedures.
• Fresh graduates will be considered for entry positions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer accurate radiation treatment to patients.
• Perform CT-simulation and treatment device construction.
• Maintain records of radiation dose delivered to patients.

Skills

Clinical radiation therapy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Medical Radiation Technology

Job description

Job Description:

Responsible for coordinating, planning and administering accurate radiation treatment to patient.

Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team to provide clinical support throughout patients’ course of radiation therapy.

Responsibilities:

• To perform CT-simulation, treatment device construction, dosimetry calculation for the delivery of radiation treatment based on department treatment protocol and plan approved by the Radiation Oncologist.
• To operate radiation therapy machine and other supportive equipment in accordance with the department standard operation protocols and radiation safety practice.
• To adhere to safe radiation practices, occupational health hazards prevention and infection control precautions.
• To perform quality assurance check on radiation therapy equipment to ensure proper operation, policies, and protocols of patient care.
• To maintain accurate record and documentation of radiation dose delivered to patient.
• To maintain high standards of patient care, clinical communication and the timely escalation of management of patients’ side effects.
• To guide and mentor student Radiation Therapist assigned to unit.
• To participate in departmental / Radiation Therapists' professional development, education and research activities.
• To assume additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Medical Radiation Technology or related fields.
• 3 years of clinical experience in Medical Radiation Therapy preferred. Fresh graduates will be considered for entry positions.
• Competent in clinical radiation therapy to perform pre-treatment and treatment delivery procedures to patient.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Service oriented and customer focused and willing to work as a team.