Certified Dosimetrist - PRN

Position Overview

• Department : Radiation Oncology
• Schedule : PRN 7:30am-4:00pm
• Work Location : UAB St Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include : generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Our radiologyteam includes certified specialistsandprovidesadvanced imaging services acrossfast-pacedinpatient and outpatient environments.We offerflexibleschedulingand professional growth through cross-training,andwork collaboratively to support diagnostics andcriticalinterventions, contributing directly to exceptional patient care and positive outcomes.

Job Description

Develop and administer radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist.

• Design a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume.
• Assist with or perform the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
• Assist with or perform the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
• Provide technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment.
• Maintain radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines.
• Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Currently certified, or eligible to be certified, as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) required. If eligible to be certified, certification must be obtained within eighteen (18) months from date of hire. ARRT certification in Radiation Therapy ARRT(T) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff