Responsibilities

The Dosimetrist develops treatment plans of various modalities, including but not limited to IMRT, VMAT and SBRT for adult and geriatric patients. The Dosimetrist works closely with physicist(s) and radiation oncologist(s) to produce plans that meet the physicians treatment, prescription and other criteria, as instructed. The Dosimetrist demonstrates competent knowledge of radiation oncology and dosimetry principles and skills to assure that the assessment of care is appropriate to the adult and geriatric patient served.

Essential Functions:

• Produces appropriate and accurate computerized treatment plans for review by the Radiation Oncologist in a timely manner to promote efficient adult and geriatric patient scheduling.
• Manufactures electron plates as needed.
• Provides clear and concise written and verbal instructions to staff radiation therapists regarding the adult/geriatric patient’s set up and treatment to promote continuity of care.
• Assists in complex simulations.
• Assists in the design and fabrication of special devices such as bolus, customer blocks and molds.
• Assists in tumor localization and simulation.
• Operates treatment planning computer.
• Oversees clinical department operations in the absence of the supervisor.
• Instructs the staff technologists in both manual and computer calculations and treatment planning functions.
• Assists patients onto and off of treatment table safely as needed.
• Maintains patient billing.

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of clinical experience required.
• MDCB certification upon hire required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Radiation Therapist, licensed upon hire, preferred.
• MDCB certification upon hire, required

BENEFITS:

• Medical, free dental, vision insurance for full time and part time
• 403B
• Pension plan
• On-site discounted child care center
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5250 per year
• Free life insurance
• Free parking
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee referral bonus