Dosimetrist

AdventHealth; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

403-B Retirement Plan

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Hendersonville, NC seeks a Radiation Therapist to collaborate with oncologists and physicists to design and implement patient-specific treatment plans. The role involves planning with CT/MRI/PET data, calculating monitor units, and ensuring accurate daily treatment execution in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Required qualifications include prior radiation therapy experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a basic science or related dosimetry course, with strong computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Radiation Therapist is required.
• Computer proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to design comprehensive treatment plans.
• Calculate monitor units and prepare treatment plans for delivery.
• Use imaging sources (CT, MRI, PET) in planning and localization.
• Discuss treatment options with the radiation oncologist and ensure accurate daily treatment data.

Skills

Radiation therapy experience

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree (basic science or medical dosimetry course)

Job description

Benefits from Day One

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 100 HOSPITAL DR City: HENDERSONVILLE State: North Carolina Postal Code: 28792

Job Description

Collaborates with radiation oncologists and medical physicists to establish comprehensive treatment plans Designs and calculates radiation therapy treatments for tumors based on their specific locations and nearby critical structures. Outlines critical organ structures on CT scans. Assists in the preparation of immobilization devices and treatment aids. Uses treatment planning computers to produce acceptable treatment plans for patients. Translates treatment plan information accurately into daily treatment information. Accurately calculates monitor units for individual fields and completes treatment plans on time. Prepares final dosage calculations and distribution summaries for brachytherapy procedures. Supervises daily set-up data relating to dose, daily dose per field, wedges, and special procedures. Utilizes various imaging sources such as CT, MRI, and PET studies in treatment planning. Prepares contours and assists in CT localization for planning purposes. Discusses patient diagnosis and treatment planning options with a radiation oncologist. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience as a Radiation Therapist. [Required]
• Computer proficiency [Required]

Education

Education: Bachelor's [Required] Field of Study: in a basic science, or a formal course in Medical Dosimetry Additional Information: Completion of a formal course in Radiation Therapy Technology followed by on-the-job training of five years [Required]

Physical Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

Pay Range: $101,774.40 - $189,300.80

Equal Opportunity

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Mission Statement

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.