Certified Medical Dosimetrist (1099)

NITELINES USA, INC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

NiteLines USA seeks a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (Senior) for a 1099 contract at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. The role requires a BCM/BS in relevant sciences and a JRCERT-accredited dosimetry program or substantial clinical dosimetry experience, with MDCB certification.

Work under supervision of Medical Physicist and Chief of Radiation Oncology. Expected duties include QA/QC on radiotherapy equipment, clinical dosimetry measurements, chart checks, and patient positioning device

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant physical/radiological/biological science or engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a 12-month JRCERT-accredited Medical Dosimetry program or 36 months of clinical dosimetry under supervision.
• Completion of 24 continuing education credits approved by MDCB.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control tests on linear accelerator, simulator, and related equipment.
• Perform clinical dosimetry measurements.
• Check patient treatment charts for completeness and accuracy; verify treatment parameters.
• Maintain patient database and verify system data.
• Assist in fabrication of treatment blocks and patient positioning devices.
• Maintain familiarity with radiation therapy equipment operation.

Skills

Dosimetry expertise

Quality control

Clinical dosimetry

Education

Bachelor of Science in physical or radiological or biological science or engineering

Job description

Established in 1994, NiteLines USA has successfully delivered contract support services to more than 144 government institutions and medical treatment facilities across the country. We’re a dynamic and growing organization, offering a wide range of employment opportunities. We are seeking professionals and dedicated individuals to be part of our team, where integrity, respect, accountability, and collaboration are among our core principles. Work with a dedicated and caring organization and start doing your life's best work.

Certified Medical Dosimetrist (1099)

Pay rate: $100.00 per hour (1099)

Facility Name: Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi

Address: 301 Fisher Street, Keesler AFB, MS, 39534

Duration: Long Term

Openings: 01

Onsite Flexibility: 0% Remote

Certified Medical Dosimetrist (SENIOR)

Contractor personnel shall work under direct supervision of Medical Physicist (Radiation Oncology Physicist) and shall be

accountable to the Chief of Radiation Oncology

Education:

Degree/Education: Certified Medical Dosimetrist (SENIOR) and shall have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a

physical, radiological, biological science, or engineering field from an accredited educational institution. Completion of a

Medical Dosimetry program of at least 12 months that has been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in

Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or completion of 36 months of clinical medical dosimetry experience under the direction of a

certified medical dosimetrist or Medical Physicist (Radiation Oncology Physicist) and completion of 24 continuing education

credits approved by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.

Certifications (in addition to Basic Life Support): Possess and maintain certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by MDCB.

Board Certification: Certified Medical Dosimetrist (SENIOR) shall be certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine quality control tests on linear accelerator, simulator, and associated equipment.
• Perform clinical dosimetry measurements.
• Check charts of patients under treatment for completeness and accuracy and verify treatment parameters.
• Maintain patient database for record and verify system
• Assist in fabrication of treatment blocks and patient positioning devices.
• Maintain familiarity with the proper use of radiation therapy equipment and demonstrate capability and efficiency
• in the operation of required equipment.

Duty Hours: Monday through Friday between 0600 hrs and 1800 hrs according to established individual schedules based on

the department needs not to exceed 8 hours/day excluding a 1-hour lunch.