Dosimetrist

103 Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Lipson Cancer Institute in Rochester, NY seeks a dosimetrist to provide dosimetry, treatment planning, and QA within a team of medical physicists and radiation oncologists.

The role involves designing plans, contouring targets, and ensuring accurate dose delivery using Eclipse, MOSAIQ, and R&V systems. In-person with possible hybrid scheduling, opportunities for career growth, and a strong patient-centered focus.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Medical Dosimetry or eligibility for MDCB certification.
• Minimum of one year of clinical dosimetry experience.
• Certification by the MDCB within two years after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Design treatment plans to deliver prescribed radiation doses to tumor volumes.
• Perform dosimetric calculations for accurate dose delivery.
• Obtain contours from the oncologist and outline structures in 3D.
• Collaborate with oncologists to optimize plan goals and tissue doses.
• Assist in QA procedures and weekly chart rounds.

Skills

Medical dosimetry

Team collaboration

Clinical experience

Education

B.S. in Medical Dosimetry or MDCB eligibility

Tools

Varian Eclipse

MOSAIQ

R&V (RS)

Job description

Job Title: Dosimetrist

Department: RGH Radiation Oncology

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: 8am - 5pm | Monday-Friday

In -person [Possible Hybrid model]

SUMMARY

Under the direction of Medical Physicist the Dosimetrist provides dosimetry, treatment planning and quality management service to the Department of Medical Physics and the Department of Radiation Oncology We seek an enthusiastic clinical medical dosimetrist to join a dynamic team offering quality patient-centered care in Rochester, New York. The successful candidate will join a team of 6 Medical Physicists, 6 Certified Dosimetrist, and 7 Radiation Oncologists at the Lipson Cancer Institute. Our centers have Varian accelerators, GE Big Bore CT scanners, VisionRT, Zeiss INTRABEAM, and a Nucletron HDR after loader. Varian Eclipse and Mosaiq are used for treatment planning, and R&V. Several special procedures are offered at our clinics, such as cone and MLC-based SRS, SBRT, IORT, and HDR/LDR Brachytherapy. The successful candidate can participate in career growth opportunities while working collaboratively with a dynamic team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs treatment plans to deliver a prescribed radiation dose to a defined tumor volume as prescribed by the radiation oncologist.
• Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose.
• Obtains patient contours from radiation oncologist and assist in outlining of anatomical structures and target volume in three dimensions.
• Collaborates with radiation oncologist to design the aim of the treatment plan including planned tumor dose and maximum acceptable doses to normal tissue.
• Assists in routine quality control to include patient Quality Assessment (QA) plan and weekly chart rounds.

REQUIRED QUALIFICTIONS

• B.S. degree in Medical Dosimetry or meets eligibility for Medical Dosimetry Certification Board.
• Minimum of one year of progressively more responsible work or intern experience in medical radiation dosimetry in a clinical environment.
• Must obtain Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) Certification within two years after graduation date from an accredited dosimetry training school.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$120,000.00 - $155,000.00

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.