Overview

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Day-to-Day

• Advise oncology team members on use of beam modifying or immobilization devices in radiation treatment plans.
• Calculate, or verify calculations of, prescribed radiation doses.
• Calculate the delivery of radiation treatment, such as the amount or extent of radiation per session, based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy.
• 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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Medical Dosimetrist

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Associate's Degree

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Vocational School

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Bachelor's Degree

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📚 College

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Healthcare

The primary activities of this group involve delivering medical care and support to patients, including diagnosing illness, treating injuries, administering medication, assisting with daily living activities, and completing corresponding administrative tasks.