Dosimetrist

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Dosimetrist to perform CT simulation, generate dose distributions, and assist with treatment planning under supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and collaboration with the Medical Physicist.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field, and CMD certification within 18 months with BLS within 6 months unless exempted. No prior experience is required, offering growth within a comprehensive oncology program.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiation oncology equipment and software applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with physicians, staff, patients and families.
• Ability to work independently and use analytical thinking.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform virtual CT simulation and treatment planning.
• Measure and generate dose distributions and calculations.
• Correlate scans across PET/MRI/CT for simple case planning.
• Prepare treatment plans to limit doses to critical structures using planning algorithms.
• Assist with implant programs and troubleshoot multileaf collimation as directed.
• Record data in patient charts and manage medical records.
• Operate QA on equipment as required.
• Provide age-appropriate care per department policies and life-span development.

Skills

Radiation oncology equipment

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field

Tools

Treatment planning software

CT simulation software

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs virtual simulation using computed tomography (CT)/simulation and treatment planning software.
• Measures and generates radiation dose distributions and calculations as directed.
• Correlates, performs calculations, measurements and fusions of scans using positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and CT treatment planning with simulation and treatment for simple cases.
• Prepares treatment plans to limit doses to critical structures by optimizing computerized plans and assisting with treatment planning for simple cases, utilizing treatment planning algorithms as needed under the direction of a Medical Physicist or Dosimetrist II.
• Assists in treatment planning for implant programs and complex cases; edits and troubleshoots problems with multileaf collimation as directed.
• Records data in patient charts and troubleshoots patient information in medical record.
• Operates and performs quality assurance (QA) on equipment as required.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Medical Dosimetrist certification (CMD) issued by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) needs to be obtained within 18 months, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or related field.

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge and skill in the use of radiation oncology equipment and software applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients and their families.
• Ability to work independently and use intuitive thought processes.
• Excellent problem solving abilities and analytical skills to compare data.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to:
• Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Utilize proper body mechanics.
• Must sit for 70% of workday.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and radiation hazards.
• Requires continuous intense concentration.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.