What is it about?
A Radiation Therapy Performance Appraisal Framework (RT-PAF) for radiation therapists in planning and simulation was developed to define expectations of practice and promote a supportive and objective culture of performance and skills appraisal. An evaluation conducted showed that this framework successfully defined expectations for practice and provided a fair and objective feedback process that focussed on skills development. It empowered staff to maintain their skills and reach their professional potential.
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Why is it important?
Constantly evolving technology and techniques in radiation therapy require practitioners to maintain a continuous approach to professional development and training. Systems of performance appraisal and adoption of regular feedback mechanisms are vital in supporting this development and ensuring consistency and quality in practice.
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The collaboration in this work produced a quality result. I hope that it highlights the value of systematic and transparent performance appraisal processes and the need for a commitment to supporting the development of skills.
Mrs Wendy Jillian Becker
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This page is a summary of: Evaluation of a performance appraisal framework for radiation therapists in planning and simulation, Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences, May 2015, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.106.
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