Work under world renowned leader - Medical Dosimetrist - UPMC St. Clair in Mt. Lebanon, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Medical Dosimetrist

We are looking for a dedicated, full-time, board-certified Medical Dosimetrist to become a part of our team at the Cancer Center. The successful candidate will collaborate with a local group consisting of two physicists, another dosimetrist, and two radiation oncologists, utilizing Varian TrueBeam and IX linear accelerators, all supported by an integrated ARIA/Eclipse system. Our treatment modalities include 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, respiratory gating, and deep inspiration breath hold. This role is backed by a larger network of over 30 dosimetrists, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Our location is in a picturesque suburb south of Pittsburgh, providing easy access to parks, dining, shopping, and some of Pennsylvania's top school districts.

Position Overview

The Medical Dosimetrist will be responsible for creating optimal treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy. This role involves working closely with radiation oncologists, radiation therapy technologists, and medical physicists. Key duties include participating in CT simulations, planning radiation treatments, managing quality assurance for oncology patients, and maintaining communication with the clinical team throughout the treatment planning and implementation phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the radiation therapy technologist (RTT) during the treatment simulation process, including the use of ancillary treatment devices and patient positioning techniques.
• Contour and delineate critical normal structures and planning structures using various imaging modalities.
• Conduct rigid and deformable image registration for multi-modality image sets.
• Utilize principles of radiation physics in treatment planning, including 2D, 3D conformal, IMRT, 4D, VMAT, SRS, SBRT, and brachytherapy planning.
• Apply knowledge of radiobiology regarding dose tolerances, time dose fractionation, hypofractionation, BED, and EQD2 calculations.
• Perform accurate radiation dose calculations, both manually and via computer, considering beam modifiers and irregular fields.
• Engage in special treatment procedures such as total body irradiation (TBI) and intra-operative radiation therapy (IORT).
• Assist with quality assurance tasks as directed by a qualified medical physicist.
• Conduct patient-specific radiation measurements using various dosimetry tools.
• Support high dose rate (HDR) and low dose rate (LDR) brachytherapy procedures, including patient setup and treatment planning.
• Participate in quality management in line with departmental policies and national standards.
• Perform routine chart checks as per departmental guidelines.
• Contribute to charge capture and documentation for billing in accordance with departmental policies.
• Engage in clinical research aimed at developing and implementing new radiation therapy techniques.
• Participate in educational initiatives, providing training to new staff, residents, and trainees.
• Foster a supportive atmosphere for patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervising medical physicists.
• Uphold high ethical standards in interactions with patients and colleagues.
• Assist in acquiring patient data through various methods and integrate this data into treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate transfer of patient and treatment plan information to clinical systems.
• Maintain a commitment to accuracy, attention to detail, and safety in all tasks.
• Create clinically optimal treatment plans using knowledge of anatomy, radiation biology, safety protocols, and technology.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Completion of a Medical Dosimetry educational program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Board certification from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) is required.
• Board-eligible candidates must achieve certification within two attempts during the first two years of employment.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) or board eligibility is required.
• Must maintain continuing education credits to uphold certification.
• CPR certification is required based on AHA standards, including both theoretical and practical components within 30 days of hire.
• Must have a solid performance rating in annual reviews and demonstrate expertise in radiation treatment planning.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is necessary.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.