Medical Dosimetrist- HYBRID REMOTE

Garnet Health•Middletown, NY

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Medical Dosimetrist is a member of the radiation oncology team. The medical dosimetrist is responsible for patient data acquisition, radiation treatment design, and manual and computer-assisted calculations of radiation dose distributions. In consultation with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, the medical dosimetrist generates and documents the chosen treatment plan for each patient, upon the radiation oncologist final approval. The medical dosimetrist, under the direct supervision of the medical physicist and radiation oncologist may also assist with various aspects of the treatment planning and Quality Assurance program. At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients. Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine. Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. The compensation range for the role is $120,167 - $150,209 annual salary. Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Requirements

A graduate of formal university, college, or hospital-based Dosimetry program of nine months duration or longer, and a year of practical supervised experiences (For a total of 24 months’ duration)
Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) certificate
A degree in the physical or biological sciences with on the job training in dosimetry for 12 months under the supervision of a Medical Dosimetrist, Medical Physicist, and Radiation Oncologist
One additional year practical, supervised experience in radiation therapy dosimetry
Sits a considerable part of the day
Considerable mental, and visual demands
Considerable mental strength required
Must be alert, in control of equipment
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks
Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment
Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking
Ability to lift 10 lbs
Ability to foster collaborative relationships
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to organize and synthesize new information
Ability to prioritize tasks
Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility
Ability to multi-task
Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled
Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations

Nice To Haves

A college degree preferred with a minimum of two years as a staff working medical dosimetrist

Responsibilities

Patient data acquisition
Radiation treatment design
Manual and computer-assisted calculations of radiation dose distributions
Generate and document the chosen treatment plan for each patient, upon the radiation oncologist final approval
Assist with various aspects of the treatment planning and Quality Assurance program