KUTRRH Radiation Therapists Job

Radiation Therapists Job, Current Medical Jobs In Kenya April, 

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Health, registered under Legal Notice Number 4 of the State Corporations Act Cap 446. The Hospital seeks to engage qualified staff on a three (3) to five (5) year performance-based renewable contract for the positions listed below. Applicants must demonstrate diligence, commitment, and a positive attitude.

RADIATION THERAPISTS – V/FT/43/2023– 4 POSTS

Position Summary

The Radiation Therapist Technologist will be expected to work closely with patients and provide support to them throughout the process by determining their needs, answering questions, and providing the best medical care possible.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Competently perform a range of radiotherapy techniques, CT simulations and mould room procedures whilst ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Maintaining and evaluating radiation safety measures, Implementing Radiotherapy Policies, Guidelines, Standards and Procedures.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement activities iv. Provide information, support, and reassurance to patients, considering their physical and psychological and emotional needs.
• Practice high standards of infection control procedures in line with the hospital infection control
• Providing individualized radiation therapy treatments to patients in consultation with the oncology team using the available equipment in the hospital i.e. Linac, brachytherapy and Cyberknife.
• Explaining the process to patients and answering any questions.
• Administering radiation therapies as per patient treatment plans.
• Using medical imaging equipment to ensure treatments are delivered accurately.
• Assessing patients’ reactions to treatments, providing advice on the side effects of treatments, and methods of alleviating these.
• Monitoring the progress of patients undergoing radiotherapy and suggesting amendments to treatment plans, when necessary.

Minimum Academic Qualifications 

• BSc. Radiation therapy degree from a recognized university or Higher diploma in radiation therapy with at least 5 years’ experience.
• Prior experience with cyber knife will be an added advantage 
• Must be a registered member with the relevant registration body and hold a valid practicing license. 
• Proficiency in using medical imaging equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Outstanding hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to empathize with patients while remaining professional.
• Experience working as a radiation therapist.

Soft Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Observational
• Analytical skills
• Compassionate skills
• Team player
• Attention to detail

How to Apply

If your background and competencies match the specifications of any of the posts above, please apply online via: www.kutrrh.go.ke/careers

For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER]. Note that you must attach the Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Filled Application Form and Practicing License ONLY when you apply online via the portal.

The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 11th April 2023.

Detailed job descriptions can be accessed on the Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital careers portal on the website www.kutrrh.go.ke

Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

YOUTH, WOMEN AND PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Members of the public are informed that Kenyatta University, Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital Directorate of Human Resource Development will Contact the shortlisted applicants and candidates through the Telephone number 0710642513 only.

Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital

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