Lead Dosimetrist

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking a driven, mission-minded Lead Dosimetrist to create high-quality, carefully crafted treatment plans. The successful candidate will be part of a team that lives out Sanford’s Patient Pledge, working collaboratively and ensuring patients feel confident and informed. This role is ideal for someone energized by innovation, motivated by meaningful impact, and passionate about elevating patient care through exceptional planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in radiation oncology.
• Completion of dosimetry training and education by a medical physicist.
• Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) is required.
• Extensive knowledge of radiation, anatomy, normal tissue contouring, medical imaging fusion, and cross-sectional anatomy is required.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate from an approved American Association of Medical Dosimetrist (AAMD) program, an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology, or of an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Computes radiation dose distributions, generates isodose curves, and documents in the radiation oncology electronic record.
• Provides direction or assistance with challenging simulation setups or custom treatment devices.
• Consults with and works as a part of a radiation oncology team to deliver individualized treatment.
• Performs dosimetry procedures with the department's treatment planning computers and protocols.
• Acts as a point of contact for the dosimetry staff.
• Assists management in ensuring that all hardware/software, protocols, and standard operating procedures are satisfactory.
• Works with management to ensure adequate staffing and resources on a daily basis.
• Directs the distribution of the patient workload within the dosimetry team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior