Medical Dosimetrist Per Diem

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Generates treatment plans and dose calculations based on prescribed care plan. Works under the general direction of the physicist in Radiation Oncology department.

Medical Dosimetrist

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Medical Dosimetrist to generate precise treatment plans and dose calculations in alignment with prescribed radiation therapy care plans. This role works under the general direction of a Medical Physicist and plays a critical part in ensuring safe, accurate, and effective patient treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare computerized radiation treatment plans based on physician prescriptions.
• Perform dose calculations, including treatment times and monitor units, for a variety of therapeutic machines.
• Conduct dosimetry checks on treatment charts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in acquiring patient contours and other measurements required for treatment planning.
• Collect and analyze patient data necessary for simulation and dose calculations.
• Support the setup of complex treatment procedures in both simulation and treatment rooms.
• Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, therapists, and physicists to optimize patient outcomes.
• Operate under the guidance and supervision of medical physicists to ensure best practices and safety standards.

Education

• Minimum: Associate degree in a related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Licensure & Certifications

• Required: Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) with current licensure maintained
• Required: Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within three months of hire and ongoing maintenance

Experience

• Minimum: One (1) year of medical dosimetry experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mathematical and geometry aptitude
• Ability to interpret and understand technical and clinical documentation in English
• Proficiency in computerized treatment planning systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to exercise independent judgment
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology and treatment methodologies
• Support for continued professional growth and certification

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.