Dosimetrist Senior

Medical Dosimetrist

The Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute's Department of Radiation Oncology is a leader in developing and implementing some of the most innovative and effective radiation therapies in the world. Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital, founding members of Mass General Brigham, are ranked by U.S. News & World Report as two of the nation's best hospitals and work together as one team to deliver extraordinary care. Become a member of our department as a Medical Dosimetrist! Our medical dosimetrists work with internationally recognized oncology specialists, including the only proton therapy site in New England. Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute provides patients with access to the latest treatments and technologies for all types of cancers with exceptional team-based care. We look forward to welcoming new teammates to help deliver exceptional, personalized, and comprehensive cancer care. As part of our team, you are afforded lots of potential! Please note that this role is intended to primarily support treatment planning operations at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

Job Summary

Design 3D/IMRT/VMAT/SBRT and/or IMPT treatment plans using computerized 3D planning system with optimal beam geometry, directions, and weights to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and spare critical structures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription for patients receiving photon and/or proton therapy.

Communicate technical information and provide support to radiation oncologists, medical physicists, radiation therapists, and other staff to advise in the implementation of designed treatment plans.

Identify and contour normal and dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more data sets.

Perform image registrations with various data sets including but not limited to CT, MRI and PET.

Participate in continuing education and quality improvement processes.

Educates students and visiting professionals in the technical aspects of treatment plan development in radiation therapy.

Participates in and supports clinical research projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in physics (or a related Life, Physical, or Applied Science) is required.

JRCERT-accredited Formal Education in Medical Dosimetry (BS/MS/Certificate) is preferred.

Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) eligibility is required, while MDCB certification is preferred.

Clinical medical dosimetry experience, including 3D conformal and IMRT/VMAT/SBRT treatment planning is preferred.

Professional Growth & Development Opportunities

Unique experiences in education, research, and leadership customized to your aspirations

Opportunity to participate in and provide continuing education, including national conferences

Work in partnership with Radiation Oncology leaders in pursuit of clinical innovation

Competitive Benefits Packages including:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Resources for childcare and emergency backup care

Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan

Subsidized Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) passes

Employee perks - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

The Mass General Brigham Vision

To dedicate ourselves to the delivery of superior care that is patient- and family-centered, accessible, and equitable.

To provide a coordinated, cost-efficient, and transparent care model that will benefit patients across the continuum, from prevention to long-term.

To touch the communities we serve, local or global, with sustainable improvements in the care we provide and with a keen focus on underserved populations.

To lead in research that fosters collaboration, bringing discovery to the patient's bedside, and sharing those successes with the world so future generations may benefit.

To invest in education and training to nurture the next generation of leaders who can carry forward the lessons learned.

To promote the development of our workforce by creating opportunities for achievement and advancement.

To seek ways to deliver the highest quality health care to all.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$106,995.20 - $155,542.40/Annual

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.