Typical Tasks
Advise oncology team members on use of beam modifying or immobilization devices in radiation treatment plans.
Calculate the delivery of radiation treatment, such as the amount or extent of radiation per session, based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
Calculate, or verify calculations of, prescribed radiation doses.
Conduct radiation oncology-related research, such as improving computer treatment planning systems or developing new treatment devices.
Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for treatment delivery, using image-guided radiation therapy.
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Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
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