MEDICAL DOSIMETRIST, RADIATION THERAPY

Overview Collaborative multidisciplinary oncology environment. Strong operational and strategic oncology leadership. Opportunity to help shape the future growth of radiation oncology. Supportive culture focused on quality, teamwork, and patient-centered care. Competitive compensation and work-life balance in a beautiful, affordable South Georgia community. Facility and Equipment Paired Elekta Versa HDs VMAT, SBRT/SRS, SGRT/VisionRT, IMRT Monaco/Elekta ecosystem Two full time dosimetrists Two full time physicists Backfill opening Fully in person Job Location Cancer Center Department and Schedule PCC - Radiation Oncology. Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift. Position Summary The medical dosimetrist is a member of the radiation oncology team who has knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation oncology treatment machines and equipment, is cognizant of procedures commonly used in brachytherapy and has the education and expertise necessary to generate radiation dose distributions and dose calculations in collaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Possesses current certification with the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board – required Current healthcare provider CPR required Demonstrates proficiency with IMRT planning – 2 or more years strongly preferred Must be able to understand the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to derive computerized treatment plans, and communicate these aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for plan approval, and to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations of the State of Georgia concerning Radiation Oncology Must possess mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process. Knowledge of geriatric patient care Interpersonal relations include other employees, physicians, patients and families, and other health care professionals. Ability to organize and react in a high stress environment Working Conditions Indoors, daytime shift, mostly weekdays, call back standby, subjected to high level of stress. Duties require considerable sitting, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of 40 pounds), pushing objects (carts, beds, wheelchairs, etc.), and the ability to operate technical, computer, and office equipment. Benefits Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums 401(k) with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee discounts Company paid life insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement On-the-job training and skills development Opportunities for growth and advancement Employee Assistance Program #J-18808-Ljbffr