DOSIMETRIST

Covenant HealthCare•Saginaw, MI

About The Position

The Medical Dosimetrist works under the supervision of the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist to create, calculate, and implement treatment parameters derived from a physician’s prescription. The role provides radiation dose distribution plans and uses beam-modifying devices to optimize dose distribution to tumor volumes. The dosimetrist must be competent in operating radiation-producing equipment using radiation safety measures and performing complex, precise technical procedures. The position also requires customer service consistent with Covenant HealthCare’s mission, values, and commitment to Extraordinary Care for Every Generation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Registered Radiation Therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
If not already board certified as a Medical Dosimetrist, pursue board certification after meeting the two-year minimum requirement and obtain CMD certification by four years serving as a medical dosimetrist.
Thorough understanding of proper billing practices and ability to use the site-specific office management system for scheduling and billing.
Working knowledge of radiation safety and current Nuclear Regulatory Commission rules and regulations.
Ability to interpret and execute treatment plans defined in relevant treatment protocols.
Mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus, and ability to visualize objects in three dimensions for treatment planning.
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
Ability to maintain punctual attendance consistent with applicable federal, state, and local standards.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including constant standing and walking and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Board Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) preferred.
Two years of radiation oncology dosimetry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design treatment plans using computer and/or manual computation to deliver prescribed radiation doses and field placement techniques to defined tumor volumes.
Perform routine duties independently, consulting the radiation oncologist and medical physicist as needed; assist the medical physicist with the physics and dosimetry quality assurance program.
Consider dose-limiting structures when designing treatment plans and document doses according to the radiation oncologist’s prescription.
Coordinate treatment simulations and tumor localization using dedicated devices, including CT, MRI, and PET when indicated.
Consult on, perform, and assist with planning and/or fabrication of custom shields, beam-modifying devices, and immobilization devices.
Consult with therapist staff about implementing treatment plans, including use of immobilization devices, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
Calculate accurate delivery of prescribed radiation doses, document pertinent information in patient records, and verify calculation accuracy using a system established by the medical physicist.
Plan intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures and calculate dose distributions manually and/or by computer when indicated.
Maintain compliance with state and ACR/HFAP radiation safety and protection requirements for patients and staff; attend scheduled policy, procedure, and safety in-services.
Contribute to student development, teach, and complete dosimetry competencies.
Perform and document proper charge capture for procedures performed.
Provide for the age-specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures.
Update dose contracts annually; perform IMRT, VMAT, 3D, and electron planning; calculate QA plans in the planning system; and plan all HDR brachytherapy treatments.
Perform SBRT and SRS planning using the Brain Lab system.
Complete MROQC data entry, audits, planning, goals, and data collection.
Perform other duties as assigned.