University of Maryland Medical System
Radiation Oncology Dosimetrist Hybrid
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Description
General Summary
Under general supervision, provides comprehensive treatment planning by calculating computerized isodose plans for radiation oncology patients.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Computes dose distributions and generates isodose curves for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy in accordance with departmental procedures and generally accepted dosimetry practices.
Consults with Radiation Oncologists, Physicists and Senior Dosimetrists to generate optimal treatment plans for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy using different treatment planning computers. Incorporates anatomical information from computer tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, radiographs, ultrasound, etc. to minimize dose to normal structures and maximize dose to treatment targets identified by physicians.
Calculates treatment machine settings including field arrangements and shapes (dose to be delivered from machine to patient); documents calculations and records treatment data in therapy chart.
Performs verification checks and applies quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy of dose calculations. Evaluates patient charts to ensure that the treatment plan reflects the prescriptions, the documentation is complete, and the dose calculations are accurate. Reports to physicist and physician on dose errors and changes in treatment parameters.
Assists in complex simulation and fabrication of custom treatment devices.
Assists technical staff with patient set-up, contouring and other simulation procedures.
Designs and fabricates shields, immobilization devices and other treatment aids.
Assists in brachytherapy procedures.
Orders radioactive sources for permanent and/or temporary implants requested by physicians. Prepares brachytherapy procedures including preparing sources, maintaining source inventory and records and bringing the sources to where the procedure takes place.
Assists physicist in QA checks of brachytherapy devices including HDR. Generates treatment plans including the calculation of seed strengths and physical loading of seeds under the direction of a Physicist or Radiation Oncologist. Performs patient and facility radiation surveys using appropriate survey instruments.
Education and Training
Attends and participates in in-service and other relevant training courses for professional development.
Attends and participates in dosimetry treatment planning conference and patient review conference.
Actively participates in formal or informal dosimetry training programs under the direction of the Chief Dosimetrist.
Assumes instructional responsibilities for Medical Dosimetry Trainees.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Board Eligible for Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB).
Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) within 2 years of hire date is required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Physics or related fields plus training in radiation dosimetry required; or, graduation from an AAMD accredited dosimetry training program required. CPR Certification for Health Care Professionals.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Understands physics and dosimetry principles of external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy.
Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment including linear accelerators, radiation therapy simulator and CT simulator. Understand the working principles of dose measurement instruments such as radiation survey instruments, diodes, ionization chambers, TLDs and film dosimetry.
Knowledge of radiation safety policies and procedures and the safe handling of radioactive materials.
Effective verbal and written communication skills are required in order to work with patients, medical and radiation personnel.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
Proficiency in treatment planning within 1 year of hire.
Patient Safety
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Additional Information
MC Radiation Oncology Dosimetrist
Full time - Day Shift
Baltimore, MD
Come elevate your skills by working with a world-class,
NCI
designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is the flagship academic medical center at the heart of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) and includes the 789-bed downtown Baltimore campus and the 177-bed midtown campus one mile north. Home to the
Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
and
The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center .
We are looking for a talented
Dosimetrist
to join our team here at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, performs as Staff Dosimetrist in providing comprehensive treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy.
As a team member, you’ll experience:
A
supportive and collaborative
work environment
An
Achievable Professional Advancement Model:
Opportunities to progress in function, skills, and pay through our achievable promotion schedule
A
comprehensive benefits package
including health, vision, and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage, Tax-Free Savings Plans, and more!
A
highly competitive wage scale
: Annual merit increases and a base wage scale that is measured against market standards.
A
hybrid telecommute
work option.
Job Requirements
A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in physics or related fields; or graduation from an approved Medical Dosimetry Program through the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD).
Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) within 2 years of hire date is required.
CPR Certification for Health Care Professionals.
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General Summary
Under general supervision, provides comprehensive treatment planning by calculating computerized isodose plans for radiation oncology patients.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Computes dose distributions and generates isodose curves for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy in accordance with departmental procedures and generally accepted dosimetry practices.
Consults with Radiation Oncologists, Physicists and Senior Dosimetrists to generate optimal treatment plans for external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy using different treatment planning computers. Incorporates anatomical information from computer tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, radiographs, ultrasound, etc. to minimize dose to normal structures and maximize dose to treatment targets identified by physicians.
Calculates treatment machine settings including field arrangements and shapes (dose to be delivered from machine to patient); documents calculations and records treatment data in therapy chart.
Performs verification checks and applies quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy of dose calculations. Evaluates patient charts to ensure that the treatment plan reflects the prescriptions, the documentation is complete, and the dose calculations are accurate. Reports to physicist and physician on dose errors and changes in treatment parameters.
Assists in complex simulation and fabrication of custom treatment devices.
Assists technical staff with patient set-up, contouring and other simulation procedures.
Designs and fabricates shields, immobilization devices and other treatment aids.
Assists in brachytherapy procedures.
Orders radioactive sources for permanent and/or temporary implants requested by physicians. Prepares brachytherapy procedures including preparing sources, maintaining source inventory and records and bringing the sources to where the procedure takes place.
Assists physicist in QA checks of brachytherapy devices including HDR. Generates treatment plans including the calculation of seed strengths and physical loading of seeds under the direction of a Physicist or Radiation Oncologist. Performs patient and facility radiation surveys using appropriate survey instruments.
Education and Training
Attends and participates in in-service and other relevant training courses for professional development.
Attends and participates in dosimetry treatment planning conference and patient review conference.
Actively participates in formal or informal dosimetry training programs under the direction of the Chief Dosimetrist.
Assumes instructional responsibilities for Medical Dosimetry Trainees.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Board Eligible for Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB).
Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) within 2 years of hire date is required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Physics or related fields plus training in radiation dosimetry required; or, graduation from an AAMD accredited dosimetry training program required. CPR Certification for Health Care Professionals.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Understands physics and dosimetry principles of external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy.
Ability to operate radiation therapy equipment including linear accelerators, radiation therapy simulator and CT simulator. Understand the working principles of dose measurement instruments such as radiation survey instruments, diodes, ionization chambers, TLDs and film dosimetry.
Knowledge of radiation safety policies and procedures and the safe handling of radioactive materials.
Effective verbal and written communication skills are required in order to work with patients, medical and radiation personnel.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
Proficiency in treatment planning within 1 year of hire.
Patient Safety
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Additional Information
MC Radiation Oncology Dosimetrist
Full time - Day Shift
Baltimore, MD
Come elevate your skills by working with a world-class,
NCI
designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is the flagship academic medical center at the heart of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) and includes the 789-bed downtown Baltimore campus and the 177-bed midtown campus one mile north. Home to the
Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
and
The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center .
We are looking for a talented
Dosimetrist
to join our team here at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, performs as Staff Dosimetrist in providing comprehensive treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy.
As a team member, you’ll experience:
A
supportive and collaborative
work environment
An
Achievable Professional Advancement Model:
Opportunities to progress in function, skills, and pay through our achievable promotion schedule
A
comprehensive benefits package
including health, vision, and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage, Tax-Free Savings Plans, and more!
A
highly competitive wage scale
: Annual merit increases and a base wage scale that is measured against market standards.
A
hybrid telecommute
work option.
Job Requirements
A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in physics or related fields; or graduation from an approved Medical Dosimetry Program through the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD).
Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) within 2 years of hire date is required.
CPR Certification for Health Care Professionals.
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