Radiation Therapist at NSIA-LUTH Cancer Center (NLCC)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

CT Simulation:

• Prepare for patient simulation
• Explain procedures to the patient
• Carry out CT simulation
• Take necessary measurements and pictures as it relates to patient care and treatment;
• Acquire CT images and send them for contouring;
• Document and record procedure in the unit treatment journal;

Treatment floor:

• Provide clinical briefing to patients and their families, the details of treatment, possible side effects, numbers of days the patient will be on radiotherapy and other necessary adjustment.
• Inspect radiation equipment’s’ like CT, LINAC, IMMOBILISATIONAL devices, to ensure they are operational and function effectively;
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines procedures and standards to prevent undue exposure to radiation;
•  Ensure patients are positioned properly for radiation;
• Keep records of treatment information such as radiation dosage, equipment settings and patient’s response to radiotherapy;
• Assist oncologists and physicists to develop treatment plans for cancer patients;
• Monitor patients to check for the side effects of their treatments and make appropriate recommendations or changes to their treatment plan where necessary;
• Ensure proper sterilization of equipment and utensils used before the next appointment;
• Provide offline review of patents by supervision and make necessary adjustments where necessary;
• Dispense radiation dose during brachytherapy treatment;

JOB REQUIREMENT

• A minimum of a diploma or Bachelors’ degree in Radiography with a PGD in Radiotherapy;
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in clinical practice.
• Must be licensed by the Radiographer registration board of Nigeria (RRBN); 
• Must be a licensed Radio-therapist at the pint of employment (evidence of certificate will be required);
• Previous exposure to international atomic energy agency (IAEA fellowship, seminars and workshop;
• Hands-on knowledge and experience in Brachytherapy will be an added advantage.
• Previous attendance in ARN conferences or any RRBN continuous development programme is an added advantage;
• S/he must be able to communicate (read and write) in English language. Ability to speak another local language will be an added benefit to the role and unit;
• An excellent team-player with good time management skills;