Medical Dosimetrist - Radiation Therapy

CoxHealth • Springfield, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

A caregiver with responsibility/accountability for radiation therapy dosimetry, accurately interpreting Radiation Oncologist’s prescription, calculating and planning radiation treatments by use of treatment planning computer or hand calculations; providing support and care for the patient by use of competent technical skills, problem solving and in cooperation with other health care team members.

Requirements

• Graduate of a medical dosimetry education program or on-the-job training with successful completion of the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board
• Certified by Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board, C.M.D. within 12 months of hire
• Competent in radiation therapy dosimetry and all associated tasks necessary to accomplish the accurate set-up, planning and delivery of ionizing radiation therapy for optimum delivery of radiation therapy

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an ARRT approved School of Radiation Therapy
• 2 years dosimetry experience
• A.R.R.T.- R.T.(T)
• Strong initiative with work assignments
• Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Exhibits valuable time management skills

Responsibilities

• Radiation therapy dosimetry
• Accurately interpreting Radiation Oncologist’s prescription
• Calculating and planning radiation treatments by use of treatment planning computer or hand calculations
• Providing support and care for the patient by use of competent technical skills, problem solving and in cooperation with other health care team members
• Accurate set-up, planning and delivery of ionizing radiation therapy for optimum delivery of radiation therapy
• Good documentation practices

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match
• Sign-On Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Relocation bonus

What This Job Offers

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