Medical Dosimetrist - Renown Health

Position Purpose: Under the supervision of the Director of Physics, this position designs treatment plans by means of computer and/or manual computation that delivers a prescribed dose to the patients in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription. This position provides high quality patient care and provides assistance to the Physician and Medical Physicist during the treatment planning process. The Medical Dosimetrist works in a coordinated manner with Radiation Therapists, Medical Physicists, and all other ancillary staff members. Nature and Scope: The incumbent is challenged to evaluate and prioritize his/her job. An individual in this position must be knowledgeable with physical and geometric characteristics of the radiation dose distributions and calculations under the clinical guidance of the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist. The incumbent must be extremely accurate in all tasks, realizing the effects of his/her tasks. This position assists with the fabrication and development of beam shaping devices and provides specific methods of dosimetry to special clinical problems associated with the case. The incumbent will be required to perform treatment planning and associated tasks in all areas of Medical Dosimetry including, but not limited to External Beam, Brachytherapy, and Stereotactic procedures as determined by the Director of Physics. The Medical Dosimetrist also assists in the treatment simulation process and performs other duties as required by Medical Physicists. The incumbent is responsible to annually demonstrate proficiency in body mechanics, fire safety, infection control, patient safety, Joint Commission standards, and American College of Radiology, Radiation Oncology standards.

MAJOR DUTIES

Design a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation with optimal beam geometry to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and spare critical structures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.

Identify and contour normal and dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more data sets. Performs image registration with various image data sets to include CT, MRI and PET.

Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for portal verification and treatment delivery to include DRRs, CBCTs and other IGRT methods, as specified.

Supervise, perform, or assist in simulations and tumor localization using specified imaging devices including, but not limited to CT, MRI, and PET.

Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning and implementation of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices.

Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning and implementation of the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices.

Communicate with the radiation therapist(s) and assume an advisory role in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment or imaging parameters.

Perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record, and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations by an approved method.

Provide assistance and technical support to the Medical Physicists, in radiation safety and protection, qualitative machine calibrations, quality assurance of treatment plans and radiation oncology equipment.

Operates and performs quality assurance, under the direction of the Medical Physicists, on the treatment planning computer(s).

Supervise, perform, or assist in the application of specific methods of patient and/or beam dosimetry as directed by the Medical Physicists.

Assist in brachytherapy procedures by performing treatment planning and dose calculations. May perform or assist in the receiving, loading, and shipping of radioactive materials.

Utilize radiation monitoring devices to measure radioactivity and perform assays.

Teach applied aspects of medical dosimetry to students, radiation therapists and residents.

Participate in clinical research, continuing education, and quality improvement processes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Models behavior consistent with the Renown Health Standards of Conduct.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical motor/sensory, psychosocial and safety appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Ability to demonstrate tact, courtesy and dependability.

Ability to interact effectively with persons of differing ages and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.

Expertise in the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to develop optimal treatment plans.

Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. Tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.

Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.

Has high level critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Works independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist.

Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies.

Has the ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.

Has mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus.

This position does provide direct patient care on a limited basis. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Graduate of a JRCERT accredited Medical Dosimetry program required. Experience: Preferred minimum two years of experience as a Medical Dosimetrist License(s): n/a Certification(s): Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) required within three years of employment. Computer / Typing: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

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