Säteilyhoitaja
Säteilyhoitaja is a Finnish term that translates to Radiation Therapist in English. A säteilyhoitaja is a healthcare professional who works in radiation oncology departments. Their primary role is to administer radiation therapy treatments to patients diagnosed with cancer. This involves operating sophisticated radiotherapy equipment, such as linear accelerators, under the guidance of radiation oncologists and medical physicists.
The duties of a säteilyhoitaja are multifaceted. They are responsible for accurately positioning the patient for
Säteilyhoitajat are trained to monitor patients for any immediate side effects of the radiation, communicate these