Medical Dosimetrist

Medical Dosimetrist Seattle, WA

Nestled between the stunning peaks of the Cascade and Olympic Mountain ranges, Seattle, Washington, is a vibrant city renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and dynamic urban culture. Surrounded by sparkling waterways, including Puget Sound and Lake Washington, this iconic city offers a blend of outdoor adventure and modern living, with lush green parks, world-class dining, and a thriving arts scene. Seattle is home to tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft, fueling its innovation-driven economy, while also embracing a rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and an ever-growing cultural landscape. Whether it's exploring the bustling Pike Place Market or taking in panoramic views from the Space Needle, Seattle captures the essence of both natural wonder and urban sophistication.

The VA Puget Sound Health Care System, located in Seattle, Washington, is one of the largest and most comprehensive Veterans Affairs healthcare systems in the Pacific Northwest. It offers a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialized care, mental health services, rehabilitation, and surgical procedures. The system is home to multiple outpatient clinics and two main hospitals: the Seattle Division and the American Lake Division. It is committed to providing high-quality care to veterans, with an emphasis on research, education, and the advancement of clinical practices. Additionally, VA Puget Sound offers cutting-edge treatments, telehealth services, and a variety of support programs to improve the well-being of veterans and their families.

Medical Dosimetrist Responsibilities:

• Carry out medical dosimetry functions under the certified Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.
• Receive technical direction from the VA Radiation Oncologist and/or Contractor's Medical Physicist.
• Oversee medical dosimetry functions of the Radiation Oncology Service, functioning as a technical supervisor of medical dosimetry services and quality assurance activities.
• Treatment Planning:
  • Perform treatment planning for SRS/SRT, including HyperArc, IMRT, SBRT, 2D/3D planning, and IGRT, in conjunction with the Contractor's Medical Physicist.
  • Design treatment plans using computer and/or manual computation to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique according to the VA Radiation Oncologist's prescription.
  • Consider dose-limiting structures in the design of treatment plans and document dose according to VA Radiation Oncologist's prescription.
• Simulation and Tumor Localization:
  • Assist with treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices.
  • Perform fusions for computed tomography (CT), MRI, PET-CT when indicated for radiation therapy treatment planning.
• Fabrication and Adjustment of Devices:
  • Plan and oversee the fabrication of compensating filters, custom shields, boluses, wedges, and other beam-modifying devices.
  • Plan, oversee, and supervise the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices.
• Implementation of Treatment Plans:
  • Assist radiation therapy staff in the implementation of treatment plans.
  • Ensure the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangements, and any treatment variables associated with treatment planning implementation, including custom 3D boluses and Decimal cutouts.
• Dosimetric Calculations:
  • Perform calculation methods for the delivery of the prescribed dose.
  • Document calculations in patient files and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Contractor's Medical Physicist.
• Support to Medical Physicist:
  • Provide dosimetry and technical support to the Contractor's Medical Physicist in radiation protection, qualitative and quantitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of radiation therapy equipment.
  • Assist in the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurements as directed by the Contractor's Medical Physicist.

Medical Dosimetrist Requirements:

• Must have experience performing QA procedures.
• 1 year of experience in a healthcare system that is ACR or APEX certified.
• 1 year of experience with Varian Linear Accelerators: TrueBeam with Rapid ARC (or equivalent).
• 1 year of experience with Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), including Cone Beam CT, following standards of TG-142.
• 3 years' experience with Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record and verify system, including SRS, SRT, SBRT, and IMRT treatment modalities, following standards of TG-53 and MPPG 5.B.
• 3 years of experience with a Client CT Simulator (or equivalent).
• Must be certified through the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.