Section 127.4. Radiotherapy services  


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  • (a) Radiotherapy services provided in the hospital shall be operated safely and effectively. Provisions shall be made for safe storage and use of radium and other radioactive sources. The services of a radiation physicist or of a competently trained dosimetrist shall be available, as needed, for consultation, for supervision of radiation safety procedures, and for participation in educational programs. Radiologic technologists and other personnel shall be available to meet patient needs.

    (b) When the facility does not provide certain service, such as radiotherapy or special diagnostic procedures, the director shall participate in recommending one or more sources to be approved by the medical staff.