Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan Department of Oncology Technologist, Radiation Oncology Introduction Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, started operations in 1985, as an integrated, health care delivery component of Aga Khan University. The Hospital holds ISO 9001:2008 certification as well as is the only hospital who has been awarded the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and internationally trained health care professionals, the Hospital provides a broad range of latest and technically advanced diagnostics and therapeutic services. The Department of Radiation Oncology was established in December 2006 and since its inception, the facility has evolved significantly with the objective to expand its services and to deliver high care radiation therapy treatment. Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Technologist, Radiation Oncology. Responsibilities The incumbent will be responsible to: Oversee daily set-up of work location and schedule patients for treatment Deliver ionizing radiation to patients in a safe and accurate manner based on the prescribed treatment plan Monitor and observe patients receiving ionizing radiation for any unusual reaction and respond to it accordingly. Explain and counsel patients, if required Localise, simulate, and verify treatment of patients based on prescribed parameters Assist in maintaining database of patient information and treatment plan To follow policy and procedures for quality assurances Assist in ensuring proper operation and maintenance of equipment and accessories Carry out any other tasks as assigned. Requirements The incumbent must have: bachelors in Science with 1-3 years of related experience or Masters in Science with no experience prior experience of delivering radiotherapy in a facility equipped with 3D conformal radiotherapy, multileaf collimation, brachytherapy, manual and after loading procedures with experience of high medium and low dose rate treatments will be an added advantage knowledge of operating Linear Accelerator and Simulation Equipment know-how of mould room procedures is desirable knowledge of safety and precautionary measures to be taken while dealing with hazardous material proficient in Computer Applications ability to respond to emergency situations and unpleasant events good interpersonal and communication skills. To Apply Please send your CV on [email protected]. Please mark the subject with the position applied for. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications should be submitted latest by March 18, 2014.
Posted on: Sat, 15 Mar 2014 13:05:10 +0000
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