Dosimetrist

MemorialCare; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 100,564 - 146,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality health insurance plan options

Job summary

MemorialCare is seeking a full-time Dosimetrist at Saddleback Medical Center. The role involves performing technical duties in radiation therapy, including treatment planning, patient dosimetry, and quality assurance checks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in patient care and communication, with necessary certifications including ARRT and California fluoroscopy licenses. The position offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1-year acute care experience or equivalent.
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and directives.
• Ability to interact positively and constructively.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulation and treatment planning for radiation therapy.
• Document and check treatment setups for accuracy.
• Communicate care plans effectively with the health care team.
• Participate in improvement efforts for radiation oncology services.

Skills

Patient dosimetry

Treatment planning

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Graduation from an accredited Radiation Therapy Program

Current ARRT license, Radiation Therapy

Current fluoroscopy license in California

Current BCLS certificate

Current License from Medical Dosimetry Certification Board

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

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

• 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.
• Perform 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.

Minimum Requirements

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

Health and wellness benefits include high-quality health insurance plan options for employees and their dependents.