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Radiation Therapy Technologist
UCI Series Concepts
Class Specifications - H.25
Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist - 9010
Associate Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist - 9011
Senior Radiation Therapy Technologist - 9012
Radiation Therapy Technologist - 9013
August, 1977
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SERIES CONCEPT
Radiation Therapy Technologists perform a wide variety of technical
therapeutic procedures by the application of ionizing radiation from
radioactive materials or generators to treat benign or malignant
diseases of the body; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Radiation Therapy Technologists typically confer with Radiation
Oncologists and work closely with Dosimetrists to discuss the treatment
plan and the type of simulator films that will be necessary; place
reference markings on the patients' body; review treatment procedures
with the patient to reinforce the therapist's comments on reactions to
therapy, to ensure that communication and emergency procedures are
understood, and to advise on appropriate dietary and skin care
procedures; position patients for single portal, multiple portal,
rotation or cross beam therapy, providing immobilization devices as
required; set up equipment according to the treatment plan verifying the
placement of bars, wedges and similar devices; closely monitor the
patient for unexpected reactions and report these deviations to the
Therapist; and record delivered dosage values on the chart, verifying
these values against the prescribed treatment plan.
Incumbents may also calculate prescribed dosages of ionizing radiation
to be delivered to the patient; assist in preparing applicators for
interstitial and intracavitary implants; operate simulation,
radiographic and automated or manual film processing equipment; evaluate
the technical quality of localization and verification port films;
perform minor equipment adjustments; order equipment and supplies; and
evaluate equipment for modification and replacement.
CLASS CONCEPTS
Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist
Under general direction, incumbents direct and coordinate all technical
therapeutic and related work in the Radiation Oncology
Department/Section of a campus medical center.
Incumbents select, train, make assignments to, and review the work of
subordinate therapy technicians and related ancillary medical personnel;
answer difficult questions on procedures and techniques; and may
coordinate all business/clerical functions of the organization.
Incumbents may also assist investigators on research projects and
special programs; perform work of an innovative nature to develop new
techniques or complex therapeutic procedures; direct or coordinate
student technologist training programs; and may teach formal courses in
anatomy, physiology, ethics and treatment techniques.
Associate Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist
Under general direction, incumbents serve as the Principal assistant to
the Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist in a campus medical center
facility. Incumbents may in addition perform the range of duties
outlined for Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist
during their absence or as delegated by the Chief during the performance
of normal work assignments.
Senior Radiation Therapy Technologist
Under general supervision, incumbents are assigned continuing
responsibility for leading a therapeutic team composed of at least one
Radiation Therapy Technologist. Incumbents advise and direct therapeutic
team members and are assigned technical responsibility for the work
performed.
Incumbents may also advise and direct other Technologists in new or
difficult procedures; investigate unsatisfactory procedures or problems
and make recommendations for solutions; provide clinical instruction for
student technologists; and ensure that equipment repairs are
satisfactorily executed.
Incumbents may be assigned unit-wide supervisory duties in the absence
of the Chief Technologist.
Radiation Therapy Technologist
Under supervision, Radiation Therapy Technologists perform the range of
typical duties outlined in the series concept. Incumbents function as a
member of a team with the Senior Radiation Therapy Technologist in
patient treatment on supervoltage equipment and act independently in the
operation of orthovoltage equipment and in taking radiographic films for
simulation purposes.
This is the journey level class in the series where a majority of the
positions are allocated.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist
Graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology, a valid
certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and four years of experience in radiation
therapy technology; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Associate Chief Radiation Therapy Technologist
Graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology, a valid
certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and three years of experience in Radiation
Therapy Technology; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Senior Radiation Therapy Technologist
Graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology, a valid
certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and 18 months of experience in Radiation
Therapy Technology; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Radiation Therapy Technologist
Graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and a
valid certificate in Radiation Therapy Technology issued by the
California State Department of Health, or an equivalent combination of
education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the
successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
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