Mission

The program has as its goal the preparation of the individual student radiation therapist to assume duties as a member of the health care team of radiation therapist, radiation oncologist, nurse, and physicist. This health care team provides total quality care for each patient undergoing a prescribed course of treatment using ionizing radiation.

Goals & Learning Outcomes

Goal #1 Students will perform the responsibilities of a Radiation Therapist in competent manner

• Administer radiation as prescribed by the physician
• Perform simulation as directed by the physician
• Safe and correct equipment utilization

Goal #2 Students will demonstrate effective communication skills

• Demonstrate effective patient contact and communication in the clinical setting
• Effectively communicate the components of a prescribed course of radiation therapy
• Students will use presentation skills

Goal #3 Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills

• Observe the clinical progress of the radiation oncology patient; use clinical decision making skills
• Demonstrate ability to adapt and learn from new situations
• Properly employ accessory and immobilization equipment

Goal #4 Students will possess professionalism

• Students will demonstrate professional behavior
• Students will understand ethical behavior