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Summa Health System

Dosimetrist II - Certified - PD

Summa Health System, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329


Dosimetrist II - Certified - PD

Summa Health - Akron City Campus

Per Diem (PRN) / Variable Schedule / Days

Hybrid

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary :

Under direct supervision of the Director, Medical Physics, and in cooperation with medical director of radiation oncology, radiation oncologists and medical physicists, the dosimetrist provides comprehensive treatment plans for radiation oncology patients to maximize the dose to the tumor while minimizing the dose to the surrounding normal and critical structures. He/she plays a strategic role in the overall organizational restructuring of the dosimetry process and procedures and takes a significant role in distribution of work assignments among the dosimetry team members. The medical dosimetrist is a member of the radiation oncology team who has knowledge of the overall characteristics of radiation oncology treatment machines and equipment, is cognizant of procedures commonly used in in treatment of cancer patients (e.g., 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT, SRS/SBRT, LDR/HDR Brachytherapy) and has the education and expertise necessary to generate radiation dose distributions and dose calculations and measurements as required in collaboration with clinical team. The dosimetrist also contributes to the continuity and quality of care, in particular assuring excellent communication among all sections of the department.

Formal Education Required:a. Bachelor's Degree in Science or equivalent education requirement per MDCB guidelines for certification exam eligibility or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.b. Active Certification by Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB).

Experience & Training Required:a. One (1) year of active clinical experience as a medical dosimetrist.

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:a. Demonstrates the ability to resolve problems and work independently.b. Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, healthcare personnel and patientsc. Basic Computer skills, Fluency in planning /imaging/information management systems.d. Ability to interact with patients/customers and understand their need for dignity and self-respect

Level of Physical Demands:a. Light: Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force continuously.

$72.00/hr - $72.00/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.