Dosimetrist

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Cancer Center Building Location: Sioux Falls, SD Address: 1309 W 17th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $46.00 - $76.00

Department Details

At Sanford, we are looking for a driven, mission minded dosimetrist who thrives on creating high quality, carefully crafted treatment plans that truly make a difference. You will be part of a team that lives out Sanford's Patient Pledge in every interaction, listening intently, working collaboratively across disciplines, and ensuring patients feel confident and informed throughout their treatment journey. If you are energized by innovation, motivated by meaningful impact, and passionate about elevating patient care through exceptional planning, you will find Sanford Health to be the perfect place to grow and contribute.

Job Summary

Generates dose distributions accurately and calculates computerized isodose plans for the patient as prescribed by a radiation oncologist and directed by a medical physicist. Computes radiation dose distributions, generates isodose curves, and documents in the radiation oncology electronic record effectively. May provide direction or assistance with challenging simulation setups or custom treatment devices. Extensive knowledge of radiation, anatomy, normal tissue contouring, medical imaging fusion, and cross-sectional anatomy is required. Consults with and works as a part of a radiation oncology team to deliver individualized treatment. Must be able to perform dosimetry procedures with the department's treatment planning computers and protocols.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in one of the following: Radiation Therapy, Radiation Science, or Radiography and graduation from a Medical Dosimetry Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program of at least 12 months. Will consider new grads or non-certified with two years' experience as a medical dosimetrist. Current Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) consider new grads. Certified Medical Dosimetrist or obtaining certification within three years of hiring is required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.