Dosimetrist

MemorialCare; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

MemorialCare's Saddleback Medical Center seeks a skilled Dosimetrist to perform imaging, simulation, and treatment planning for radiation therapy. The role requires precise dosimetry, QA checks, and collaboration with the oncology team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Under supervision, you will contribute to program quality and safety while mentoring new staff. This full-time position offers the potential for growth within MemorialCare's radiology services.

Qualifications

• 1-year acute care experience or equivalent.
• Current License from Medical Dosimetry Certification Board required.
• Current BCLS certificate required.
• Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program preferred.
• Current ARRT license, Radiation Therapy preferred.
• Current fluoroscopy license in California preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulation, localization and treatment planning for radiation therapy.
• Do patient dosimetry and verify treatment setups for accuracy.
• Document per departmental guidelines for QA and Varis.
• Coordinate care with health team to implement the treatment plan.
• Contribute to service improvements and report safety/outcomes issues.
• Serve as a preceptor for new personnel and students.
• Be punctual, follow policies and interact constructively.
• Prioritize and multitask.

Skills

Acute care experience

Education

Medical Dosimetry Certification Board license

BCLS certification

Radiation Therapy Program graduation

ARRT Radiation Therapy license

California fluoroscopy license

Job description

Title: Dosimetrist

Location: Saddleback Medical Center

Department: Radiology Therapeutic

Status: Full Time

Shift: Days (8hr)

Pay Range*: $73.00/hr - $106.00/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Performs specific technical duties of a Radiation Dosimetrist and provide assistance for the proper functioning of the department. Under general supervision and medical direction, the Radiation Dosimetrist utilizes standard radiation therapy practice to provide diagnostic evaluation, computerized and manual treatment planning, therapy, and education.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Perform and document the simulation and/or localization and treatment planning required for the preparation of the delivery of radiation therapy treatments utilizing unit based protocols, policies and procedures.
• Perform patient dosimetry and check treatment setups and charge for accuracy to maintain high degree of quality assurance.
• Performs required documentation to comply with departmental guidelines for Varis and quality assurance management and improvement.
• Effectively communicate with other health team members and areas of care with regard to the patient’s plan of care for treatment, measured outcomes, and make recommendations for alternative care options. Coordinate care with other members of the health care team to achieve desired goals and outcomes.
• Participate in efforts to improve the performance of the radiation oncology service and organization. Provides director/manager and other clinical leaders with information on issues that pertain to patient safety, opportunities to improve outcomes in care, and improvements in systems and processes.
• Serves as a preceptor and role model for new personnel and students in training.
• Ability to be at work and be on time
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives
• Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.

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Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• 1-year acute care experience or equivalent required

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Current License from Medical Dosimetry Certification Board required
• Current BCLS certificate required
• Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program preferred
• Current ARRT license, Radiation Therapy preferred
• Current fluoroscopy license in California preferred