分析比利时 RTT 工作人员队伍，并估计不久的将来对工作人员队伍的需求。

IF 2.5 Q2 RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING

Radiography Pub Date : 2025-01-01 DOI:10.1016/j.radi.2024.12.014

F. Sousa , J.G. Couto , D. Callens , D. Van Gestel

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摘要

简介：放射治疗师（rtt）在向癌症患者提供放射治疗（RT）方面至关重要。放射治疗技术的进步和癌症发病率的增加增加了对放射治疗的需求，需要在国家一级进行战略性的劳动力规划。本研究旨在确定和估计当前和未来的RTT劳动力在比利时。方法：在文献综述的基础上自行设计调查，验证并分发给比利时所有RTT经理，要求提供有关部门活动、当前劳动力和未来需求的信息，以便计算劳动力需求。对数据进行了封闭式的描述性统计分析，对开放式的答复进行了专题分析。结果：在2022年，比利时有544个rtt或461个全日制（FTE） rtt。尽管448.5台FTE RTT足以符合比利时的法律要求，但RTT管理人员认为，509台FTE RTT更符合当前实践的要求。该研究确定了20%的劳动力缺口，表明大约113名rtt的缺口。此外，每年20%的放射治疗增长加剧了这一不足，这意味着到2025年需要大约574个FTE放射治疗。结论：本研究提供了比利时rtt劳动力的全面分析。虽然目前rtt的数量符合法律要求，但仍未达到满足当前做法所需的理想fte数量。到2025年，对rtt的需求预计将超过2022年的需求，凸显出严重的劳动力短缺。需要进一步的研究来确定缩小这一劳动力差距的方法。对实践的启示：管理RT部门的比利时法规必须更新以反映当前的实践。本研究的结果对于规划比利时的rtt劳动力至关重要，确保足够的人员配备以满足未来的RT需求。

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Analysis of the Belgian RTT workforce and estimation of workforce needs for the near future

Introduction

Radiation Therapists (RTTs) are crucial in delivering Radiotherapy (RT) to cancer patients. The advancements in RT technology and the increasing cancer incidence have heightened the demand for RTTs, necessitating strategic workforce planning at the national level. This study aims to identify and estimate current and future RTT workforce in Belgium.

Methods

A self-designed survey based on a literature review, validated and distributed to all RTT managers in Belgium, requested information about departmental activities, current workforce, and future needs to allow for the calculation of workforce needs. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics for closed-ended and thematic analysis for open-ended responses.

Results

In 2022, Belgium had 544 RTTs or 461 full-time equivalents (FTE) RTTs. Even though 448.5 FTE RTTs would be enough to comply with Belgium law requirements, RTT managers argued that 509 FTE RTTs is more realistic to meet demands of current practice. The study identified a 20% workforce deficit, indicating a shortfall of approximately 113 RTTs. Additionally, 20% growth in annual RT treatments exacerbates this deficiency, implying a need for around 574 FTE RTTs by 2025.

Conclusion

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the Belgian RTTs workforce. While the current number of RTTs meets legal requirements, it falls short of the ideal FTEs required to meet current practice. By 2025, the demand for RTTs is expected to surpass 2022's needs, highlighting a critical workforce shortage. Further research is necessary to identify ways to close this workforce gap.

Implications for practice

The Belgian regulations governing RT departments must be updated to reflect current practices. The findings of this study are essential for planning the RTTs workforce in Belgium, ensuring adequate staffing to meet future RT demands.

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Radiography RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING-

CiteScore

4.70

自引率

34.60%

发文量

169

审稿时长

63 days

期刊介绍： Radiography is an International, English language, peer-reviewed journal of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy. Radiography is the official professional journal of the College of Radiographers and is published quarterly. Radiography aims to publish the highest quality material, both clinical and scientific, on all aspects of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy and oncology.