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