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Global Warning

Radiation therapy integrates high end technology with patient focussed treatment and care. Radiation therapists work with sophisticated computer based systems and constantly emerging technologies that help image and treat patients. You will participate in the testing, implementing and researching of new imaging and treatment equipment into practice.
To be a radiation therapist you need to be a good communicator who is focussed on the well-being of patients that are in your care for an extended period of time. You will communicate closely and extensively with patients and their families, and collaborate with a range of other health professionals. You will evaluate patients during their treatment and implement strategies to help patients if needed. As you develop, you will take on more responsibility in areas such as treatment protocol design, quality assurance, patient review, management and research. You will make decisions that will effect the delivery of services, and participate in continuing professional development.

Radiation Therapy is one of the main treatment options for patients diagnosed with cancer. Radiation therapists are the health care professionals who use anatomical and functional imaging studies to design courses of treatment for patients with malignant disease, and use a range of advanced technology to implement daily treatment. Radiation Therapists have a large responsibility to monitor patients health and well being during treatment. Radiation Therapy contributes significantly to the high cancer cure rates in Australia.

There's a lot to listen for in a conversation. When a person speaks, listen to what's NOT being said, as well as what's being said. The purpose of an interview isn't merely to learn about an applicant's skills or background   you've already gleaned this information from their resume. Listen beneath the words to who a person is. Listen for the qualities that most matter to the position and to the company.
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