Radiation Oncology Dosimetrist, Proton Center
About the position Responsibilities • Computes dose distributions and generates isodose curves for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy. • Consults with Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, and Senior Dosimetrists to generate optimal treatment plans. • Incorporates anatomical information from various imaging modalities to minimize dose to normal structures and maximize dose to treatment targets. • Calculates treatment machine settings and documents calculations in therapy charts. • Performs verification checks and applies quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy of dose calculations. • Evaluates patient charts to ensure treatment plans reflect prescriptions and documentation is complete. • Reports dose errors and changes in treatment parameters to physicist and physician. • Assists in complex simulation and fabrication of custom treatment devices. • Designs and fabricates shields, immobilization devices, and other treatment aids. • Orders radioactive sources for brachytherapy procedures and prepares them accordingly. • Assists physicist in QA checks of brachytherapy devices. • Generates treatment plans under the direction of a Physicist or Radiation Oncologist. • Performs patient and facility radiation surveys. Requirements • Board Eligible for Medical Dosimetry Certification (MDCB) with certification required within 2 years of hire. • Bachelor of Science degree in Physics or related fields plus training in radiation dosimetry, or graduation from an AAMD accredited dosimetry training program. • CPR Certification for Health Care Professionals. • General knowledge of anatomy and physiology. • Understanding of physics and dosimetry principles of external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy. • Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment including linear accelerators and simulators. • Knowledge of radiation safety policies and procedures. Nice-to-haves • Proton Planning Experience • RayStation Planning Experience • ARIA Record and Verify Experience Benefits • Health, Vision and Dental Coverage • Retirement Savings with Employer Contribution • Paid Time Off, including Holidays • Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement • Hybrid Telecommuting work option • Annual merit increases based on market standards