Radiation Oncology

Job No. Job No 04 Department Support Staff and Tech Location Amravati, Maharastra Work Experience 2–5 Years Qualification M.Sc (Physics) & Diploma in Radiological Physics or M.Sc (Medical Physics) Description - Knowledge of 3D CRT, IMRT, IGRT, Stereotactic Radio Surgery, Stereotactic Radiotherapy and TBI planning. - Ability to perform IMRT and IGRT plans within stipulated timelines. - Ability to create treatment plans on alternate machines to prevent treatment interruptions. - Ability to work in assigned shifts based on departmental workload. Plan radiation treatments for cancer patients and perform dose calculations. - Ensure accurate measurement of radiation output from sources used in cancer therapy and perform patient dosimetry. - Investigate equipment performance and organize quality control practices. - Design radiation installations and implement controls for radiation hazards. - Ensure radiation safety and design shielding for treatment rooms. - Ensure teletherapy machines, scanners and computers operate safely. - Perform machine acceptance testing. - Consult with senior physicists, medical doctors and CT technicians regarding treatment planning. - Assist in developing new treatment techniques. - Maintain required records, reports and files and collect necessary statistics. - Report all safety concerns, equipment-related issues and mishaps immediately to the HOD. - Participate in academic activities of the department and organization. - Be part of quality improvement initiatives and departmental protocols. - Carry out routine measurements and analysis of radiation and radioactivity levels in controlled and supervised areas. - Maintain records of radiation monitoring results. - Investigate situations that may lead to potential radiation exposure. - Advise the employer on regulatory compliance, radiation safety measures and radioactive material handling. - Recommend remedial actions for radiation-related incidents and exposures. - Ensure hazardous situations and corrective actions are reported to the competent authority. - Ensure quality assurance tests of structures, systems, components and sources are conducted. - Ensure monitoring instruments are calibrated periodically. - Train workers on radiation hazards, safety measures and safe work practices. - Ensure safe disposal of radioactive waste. - Develop emergency response plans and maintain emergency preparedness. - Advise the licensee regarding safety and security of radioactive sources. - Submit periodic radiation safety reports to the licensee and competent authority. - Inform the competent authority upon cessation of employment as RSO.