To provide high quality, professional and compassionate radiation therapy dosimetry work, under the direction of a leadership. The this position is thoroughly familiar with the physical and geometric characteristics of radiation equipment and has the training and expertise necessary to generate image-based computerized treatment plans based on protocols and methods established by the radiation oncologists and medical physicists. Administers quality control programs in conjunction with the physic... more details
Organization:
ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus
Position Overview:
To provide high quality, professional and compassionate radiation therapy dosimetry work, under the direction of a leadership. The this position is thoroughly familiar with the physical and geometric characteristics of radiation equipment and has the training and expertise necessary to generate image-based computerized treatment plans based on protocols and methods established by the radiation oncologists and medical physicists. Administers quality control programs in conjunction with the physicist and radiation therapists in the department.
Job Description:
Provides treatment planning prescribed by leadership.
Performs dosimetry calculations.
Verifies patient treatment records and dose delivery.
Creates isodose plan.
Creates reconstruction of patient images form Computerized Tomography (CT)/Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans—building computer model of the patient’s anatomy and Tumor/Target volume based on the CT/MRI images.
RADIATION THERAPY
Utilizes proper radiation safety practices while working with radiation-producing equipment to ensure optimal results with minimum radiation exposure.
Follow guidelines set forth by radiation safety committee found in the policy & procedure manual for the department.
Coordinates, when needed, and assists with treatment simulations and tumor localizations including fabrication of immobilization and other treatment assistance devices and computed tomography for radiation therapy treatment planning.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's: Bachelor of Science in Physics related field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
CMD-Certified Medical Dosimetrist Upon Hire
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
5 years of recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Ability to evaluate treatments plans for clinical value and acceptability in clinical situations, to coordinate essential activities in workflow for radiation therapy treatments, and to follow instruction and documented procedures in performing tasks on the computer workstations in an accurate, safe and efficient manner.
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.
Must have the ability to interpret and execute treatment plans as defined in relevant treatment protocols.
Must possess mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:
None
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $81.66 to $106.14 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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