Dosimetrist (S)

SSM Health • Lake Saint Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Develops and administers radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of a physicist and radiation oncologist. Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume. Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures. Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices. Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment. Maintains radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines. Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, or certificate in Medical Dosimetry, Radiation Therapy, Radiography or relevant field
• No experience required
• State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB)
• State of Work Location: Illinois Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB)
• Or Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

Responsibilities

• Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume.
• Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
• Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
• Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment.
• Maintains radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines.
• Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree