Dosimetrist - Radiation Oncology (Hybrid Remote)
About The Position
The Medical Dosimetrist is a member of the Radiation Oncology treatment team who applies knowledge of radiation equipment and radioactive sources to measure and calculate radiation doses under the direction of the Therapeutic Radiological Physicist and Radiation Oncologist. The role supports Vanderbilt Health Radiation Oncology clinics across Middle Tennessee and plans treatment for a broad range of disease sites and approaches. The position follows a hybrid schedule of one week onsite and three weeks remote, after an initial three-month onsite training period. The stated schedule is 7:00 AM–5:00 PM. The anticipated start date is early 2027. The team uses Varian Eclipse for treatment planning; Eclipse experience is preferred, and proficiency is required. Most planning work is photon-based, with candidates who have proton therapy experience encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Relevant work experience; the posting lists an experience level of less than one year.
- Certified Medical Dosimetrist certification is listed under Position Qualifications.
- Ability to become proficient in the Varian Eclipse Treatment Planning System.
- Strong understanding of treatment planning principles and dose optimization.
- Knowledge of IMRT, VMAT, SRS, and advanced photon planning techniques.
- Collaborative approach, critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) certification is preferred.
- Experience in Radiation Oncology treatment planning.
- Experience with Eclipse or similar treatment planning systems.
- Proton therapy experience is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Design and optimize radiation treatment plans using advanced planning techniques.
- Calculate radiation dose distributions while maximizing target coverage and minimizing normal tissue exposure.
- Develop beam arrangements and organ-sparing strategies.
- Review CT, MRI, and PET imaging studies.
- Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and Radiation Therapists.
- Participate in plan review and quality assurance activities.
- Maintain accurate treatment planning documentation.
- Support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform treatment plans, irregular field calculations, gap calculations, dose site calculations, and other requested calculations accurately and in a timely manner.
- Supervise therapy staff in implementing treatment plans, including proper use of beam modifiers and correct beam arrangements, geometry, and parameters.
- Supervise, perform, or assist with planning, fabrication, and implementation of custom shields, compensators, wedges, other beam modification devices, and immobilization devices.
- Supervise and/or participate in radiotherapy treatment simulations, special dosimetry measurements or calculations, and micro-dosimetry procedures for treatment planning.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Benefits beginning Day One.
- A comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
- Continuing education and professional development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
