Dosimetrist
About The Position
The Dosimetrist is responsible for the production of acceptable treatment plans for radiation oncology patients. This role requires proficiency with the functions of the treatment planning system, including contouring, image registration, plan optimization, and plan evaluation. The Dosimetrist will also assist simulator technologists with difficult patient setups, create treatment plans that meet physician requirements, and consult with radiation oncologists on the selection of the best plan. Additionally, the role involves reviewing treatment parameters with physicians, supervising radiation therapists in the implementation of treatment plans, performing quality assurance checks, and ensuring all patient documentation is complete. The Dosimetrist will also participate in chart rounds, process improvement meetings, provide remote treatment planning support, and maintain daily billing records.
Requirements
- Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) or Board Eligible
- Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Science or Medical Dosimetry
- Typically requires one year of experience
Responsibilities
- Production of acceptable treatment plans for radiation oncology patients.
- Proficient with functions of the treatment planning system including, but not limited to, contouring, image registration, plan optimization and plan evaluation.
- Assist simulator technologist with difficult patient set ups.
- Create treatment plans which fulfill the needs of the radiation oncologist. Ensure treatment plans minimally meet but ideally exceed physician dosimetric parameters.
- Consult with the radiation oncologist in the selection of the best plan.
- Review treatment parameters with physician for plan approval. Bring to physician attention and note any parameters that fall outside of expected treatment guidelines.
- Supervise the radiation therapists in implementation of the selected treatment plan (correct use of bolus, immobilization, wedges and field arrangement).
- Quality assurance checks on the treatment course of radiation oncology patients.
- Proficient with functions of the record and verify system including, but not limited to, importing and exporting of treatment plans and verification that treatment plan complies with the intended treatment course. Inform physicists of unusual errors or messages.
- Verify all necessary patient documentation related to treatment planning is complete.
- Actively participate in weekly chart rounds.
- Participate in continuous process improvement meetings and projects.
- Provide remote treatment planning support and travel to multiple radiation oncology departments when needed.
- Maintain daily billing for billable physics and treatment planning services.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
- Benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
