Dosimetrist - Elyria Cancer Center (PRN)
About The Position
The Dosimetrist performs radiation therapy procedures under the direction of a radiation oncologist or physicist, including delivery of prescribed doses of external beam radiation and radioactive elements. The position measures, calculates, and records prescribed radiation doses and develops optimal radiation field arrangements and exposures for patient treatment. It reviews prescriptions and imaging, selects beam energy and modifying devices, prepares possible treatment arrangements for physician selection, calculates doses using relevant treatment information and tools, and explains the treatment plan to the Radiation Therapist. The role provides care to adults and geriatric patients. The position is PRN (“As Needed”) and is based at the Elyria Cancer Center.
Requirements
- Certification as a Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.
- Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry; a Master’s degree in Medical Dosimetry is required if the bachelor’s degree is not in Medical Dosimetry.
- Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of total body irradiation practices.
- Knowledge of radiation safety to ensure appropriate exposure for patients, staff, and the public.
- Proficiency in dose calculations and equipment operations.
- Quality assurance skills.
- Attention to detail, communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to adults (18–64 years) and geriatric patients (65 years and older).
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Medical Dosimetry, unless required based on the bachelor’s degree field.
- One year of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Measure, calculate, and record daily prescribed radiation doses.
- Develop optimal arrangements of radiation fields and exposures to treat patients.
- Review prescriptions, x-rays showing the treatment area, and dose-calculation requirements.
- Select beam energy, multiple-beam arrangements, beam-modifying devices, and other treatment factors using computers, manuals, and guides.
- Develop possible treatment arrangements that meet the physician’s criteria and submit them for physician selection.
- Calculate prescribed radiation doses based on field sizes, tumor depth, treatment unit, beam-modifying devices, and other relevant information.
- Explain treatment plans to the Radiation Therapist.
- Provide care appropriate to the ages and needs of patients served, following departmental policies and procedures.
- Follow infection-control policies and use universal precautions and personal protective equipment and devices.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
