Role

Therapeutic Radiographer

What is a therapeutic radiographer?

A Therapeutic radiographer plays a pivotal role in cancer treatment. They use rapidly evolving technologies to deliver precise treatment using radiation (radiotherapy) which can eradicate tumours, alleviate pain, and improve a patient’s quality of life.

What does a therapeutic radiographer do on a daily basis

  • Accurately position, verify and treat patients- some for up to 37 days
  • Provide compassionate care as part of a team to patients and their families
  • Precisely plan, position and scan patients in the optimum condition for their treatment
  • Collaborate with physicists , oncologists to devise advance and personalised treatment plans
  • Review and manage patient side effects
  • Maintain and develop the skills and knowledge to deliver the most advance treatments

Where do radiographers work?

  • Hospital Radiotherapy Departments (not Radiology/seperate to Radiology)
  • Radiotherapy CT
  • Radiotherapy Superficial treatment rooms
  • Brachytherapy
  • Radiotherapy Linear Accelerator Bunkers
  • Oncology Outpatients
  • Research Departments

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Useful Links

The Society of Radiographers

NHS - Therapeutic radiographer