Dosimetrist

Quincy Medical Group; Quincy (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye

Mental health benefit

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Paid volunteer time off

Parental leave and adoption support

Job summary

Quincy Medical Group is seeking a Medical Dosimetrist to develop safe, accurate radiation treatment plans in collaboration with Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and Therapists. You will handle planning across 2D/3D, IMRT, and related techniques, ensuring high standards of safety and precision.

The role includes on-site initial training with potential for a hybrid schedule after training, in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Medical Dosimetry program is required.
• MDCB certification preferred; candidates must obtain MDCB within three years.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized radiation treatment plans per directives and standards.
• Perform planning calculations (2D, 3D, IMRT, electron).
• Contour structures and support CT/virtual simulation.
• Collaborate to optimize plans while protecting healthy tissue.
• Assist with immobilization devices and beam-modifying equipment.
• Support plan verification and QA activities.
• Document treatment parameters in TPS and record-and-verify systems.
• Participate in chart reviews and accreditation initiatives.

Skills

2D/3D planning

IMRT

Dose calculations

Brachytherapy planning

Quality assurance

Education

JRCERT-accredited program

MDCB certification preferred

Job description

At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician‑led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.

With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

About the Role

As a Medical Dosimetrist in Radiation Oncology at Quincy Medical Group, you will play an essential role in developing safe, accurate, and individualized radiation treatment plans for patients receiving cancer care. Working closely with Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and Radiation Therapists, you will use advanced treatment planning technology to help deliver precise, effective radiation therapy.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys combining technical expertise, critical thinking, and collaboration to make a meaningful difference in patient care. You will contribute throughout the treatment planning process, from simulation and image analysis to dose calculations and quality assurance, helping ensure every treatment plan meets the highest standards of safety and accuracy.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• This position requires on-site work during the initial training period, with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule upon successful completion of training, based on department needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop individualized radiation treatment plans in accordance with Radiation Oncologists' written directives and established clinical standards.
• Perform treatment planning calculations, including 2D, 3D, IMRT, electron, and other applicable radiation therapy techniques.
• Contour anatomical structures and target volumes, perform image registration and fusion, and support CT and virtual simulation activities.
• Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists to optimize treatment plans while protecting surrounding healthy tissue.
• Assist with the design and preparation of treatment aids, immobilization devices, and beam-modifying equipment.
• Support treatment plan verification, dose calculations, and quality assurance activities in collaboration with Medical Physics.
• Communicate treatment planning details and provide technical guidance to Radiation Therapists during treatment preparation and implementation.
• Accurately document treatment parameters, calculations, and patient information within the treatment planning and record-and-verify systems.
• Participate in chart reviews, quality control activities, accreditation initiatives, and ongoing process improvements.
• Maintain compliance with radiation safety standards, regulatory requirements, and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Medical Dosimetry program required.
• Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) certification preferred; board eligibility required. Candidates who are not currently certified must obtain MDCB certification within three years of becoming a Medical Dosimetrist at QMG.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of 2D and 3D treatment planning, IMRT, electron dose calculations, brachytherapy planning, and treatment plan verification.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to radiation safety and treatment accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with physicians, physicists, therapists, and other clinical professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple treatment plans and priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting patient care needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $42.75 - $64.13 per hour , with actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through bonuses and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at QMG.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.