Certified Dosimetrist - East Campus - FT
About The Position
Provides radiation dose distribution plans to Radiation Oncologists, using physical data from treatment machines and patient setup. Generates plans using beam modifying blocks, wedges, and bolus material to optimize dose distribution covering tumor volume. Translates treatment plans for therapists' implementation on treatment unit. Assembles brachytherapy sources and hardware for implants. Performs radiation surveys and posts appropriate warning signs. Performs medical physics tasks under the general direction of the medical physicist, when requested. A Certified Medical Dosimetrist in the Radiation Oncology Department must be capable of operating radiation-producing equipment utilizing radiation safety measures. Must be able to perform a series of complex and precise technical procedures. Must be able to design a treatment plan by hand calculation and by computer.
Requirements
- Registered Radiation Therapist (RTT) in Radiation Oncology with Board Certification in Medical Dosimetry (MDCB), or Board Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD)
- A minimum of 2 years Radiation Oncology experience required
- Must be certified as a Medical Dosimetrist (CMD)
Responsibilities
- Provides radiation dose distribution plans to Radiation Oncologists, using physical data from treatment machines and patient setup.
- Generates plans using beam modifying blocks, wedges, and bolus material to optimize dose distribution covering tumor volume.
- Translates treatment plans for therapists' implementation on treatment unit.
- Assembles brachytherapy sources and hardware for implants.
- Performs radiation surveys and posts appropriate warning signs.
- Performs medical physics tasks under the general direction of the medical physicist, when requested.
- Operating radiation-producing equipment utilizing radiation safety measures.
- Perform a series of complex and precise technical procedures.
- Design a treatment plan by hand calculation and by computer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
