Have you noticed these posters around? Here’s why.


Healthcare involves a wide range of professions – from medical staff and allied health professionals to administrative teams and hospital orderlies. Multidisciplinary teams work together to deliver quality care for everyone. Yet, some professions like radiographers and radiation therapists, often go unseen or misunderstood, even though we all interact with them at some point.

This advertising campaign shows the vital role these practitioners play in our health system.

Knowing the people behind your care empowers you on your health journey.


Are radiographers and radiation therapists the same?



No, but both are medical radiation practitioners.  

Radiographers utilise X-ray and MRI machines, CT scanners and ultrasound to help diagnose a range of medical conditions.

Radiation Therapists perform targeted treatment or pain relief in cancer patients by using small doses of radiation.

MEET THE PERSON BEHIND 
YOUR CARE

"I take scans, plan out the radiation treatment, and deliver that treatment. The best part is getting to know the patient so well throughout their care." Dannielle, Radiation Therapist

“The images I capture could make the difference between early detection and a late diagnosis. That’s really meaningful to me.” Imogen, Radiographer

“Patients are curious about how X-rays and MRI scans work. I love helping them understand so they can be more informed about their healthcare.” Anthony, Radiographer

“Every day, I help women have a BreastScreen. It’s truly rewarding, because when breast cancer is found early, the chance of cure is much higher.” Katrina, BreastScreen Radiographer

"My favourite thing about radiation therapy is the blend of advanced technology and physics, combined with the daily patient interaction.”  Angela, Radiation Therapist

"When a patient gets a scan, they should always tell us if they're uncomfortable or have any questions. We want them to feel as comfortable as possible." Steve, Radiographer

“Over the years, I’ve given scans to so many amazing individuals from all walks of life. Their stories have impacted me as much as I hope I’ve impacted theirs.” Ivy, Radiographer

“When we treat someone with radiation, we target the tumour as accurately as possible, to the millimetre. We always minimise any radiation dose to healthy body areas.” Bernadette, Radiation Therapist

ASMIRT
This campaign is brought to you by the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy. ASMIRT is the peak body representing more than 11,000 medical radiation practitioners and students across Australia.
ASMIRT acknowledges the diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia as the traditional owners of the lands upon which we and our members operate. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and future, and value their continued custodianship of the lands, waters and seas.
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