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Sr. Medical Dosimetrist - Brachytherapy

Sr. Medical Dosimetrist - Brachytherapy

Resiliency LLCSprings, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

As a member of the radiation oncology team, the dosimetrist has the knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation treatment machines and equipment and is cognizant of procedures commonly used in brachytherapy.

Generates radiation dose distributions and dose calculations based on education and expertise in collaboration with the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.

General Objectives

  • As a member of the radiation oncology team, the dosimetrist has the knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation treatment machines and equipment and is cognizant of procedures commonly used in brachytherapy.
  • Generates radiation dose distributions and dose calculations based on education and expertise in collaboration with the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

  • Graduate of a formally organized hospital or college affiliated medical dosimetry program with clinical and classroom curriculum, and other training or experience as a medical dosimetrist so that the total duration of study, training and experience is at least 18 months.
  • OR
  • Possesses a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a major in the physical or biological sciences or is a registered Radiation Therapist. Together with either of these credentials, also demonstrates completion of two or more years of on-the-job training and work experience in medical dosimetry under the supervision of a Certified Medical Dosimetrist or Medical Physicist.
  • OR
  • Possesses an Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, or Bachelor of Science degree in a field other than physical or biological science. Together with this degree, also demonstrates completion of on-the-job training in medical dosimetry under the supervision of a Certified Medical Dosimetrist or Medical Physicist and has a subsequent minimum of 4 years of supervised work experience in medical dosimetry.
  • Complies with existing national and state laws and institutional policies related to qualifications required to practice medical dosimetry in Colorado.
  • Skills

  • 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 revision and approval and to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation.
  • Performs routine duties independent of supervision but consults with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required.
  • Operates and performs quality assurance on the treatment planning computer under the direction of the Medical Physicist.
  • Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations pertaining to radiation therapy.
  • Has the ability to interpret and execute treatment plans as defined in relevant treatment protocols.
  • Must possess mathematical skills and knowledge including algebra, trigonometry, geometry and introductory calculus and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process.
  • Experience

  • 5+ years' experience in related field.
  • Job Industries

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  • Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Health Care Provider
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