Radiation Therapy Assistant

CT Simulation Support

Perform pre-simulation patient preparation, including initiating simulation documentation, confirming required information, providing patient education, answering questions within the scope of the role, and assisting with immobilization-device preparation.

Assist the Radiation Therapist with patient positioning, setup, and CT simulation procedures.

Operate the CT scanner and assist with IV preparation or initiation only when appropriately trained and authorized.

Complete post-simulation documentation, treatment device delivery, and communication to the care team.

Treatment Navigation

Coordinate treatment scheduling, including assigning treatment times based on machine capacity, and physician and dosimetric requirements.

Complete initial and boost chart-readiness checks and monitor care paths for pending patients, identifying and helping resolve outstanding barriers to treatment.

Monitor insurance authorization status and communicate delays or concerns to the appropriate team members.

Serve as a point of contact for treatment-related questions and concerns through assigned task-management workflows.

Gather relevant treatment-scheduling information, including systemic therapy schedules, and communicate updates to the care team.