Dosimetrist

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners seeks a skilled Dosimetrist to join our radiation therapy team. The role focuses on measuring, calculating, and optimizing dose distributions under the direction of the Radiation Therapy Physicist and Radiation Oncologist to ensure precise patient treatment.

Ideal candidates will have dosimetry training, CMD preparedness, and experience with planning systems such as Pinnacle3 and ARIA, plus familiarity with Varian and ARIA workflows.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dosimetry program or equivalent training.
• Ability to sit for CMD board exam within one year of hire.
• Experience with radiation therapy planning systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Measure and generate radiation dose distributions and calculations under supervision.
• Fabricate electron cutouts and custom bolus as needed.
• Operate radiation therapy planning software and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with Radiation Therapy Physicist and Oncologist on plans.

Skills

Dosimetry operations

EMR proficiency

Computer & office tools

Education

Accredited dosimetry school

CMD certification preferred

Tools

Pinnacle3

ARIA

MIM Fusion

Mobius3D

Varian TrueBeam

Varian 21ix

Varian/Novalis systems

Pinnacle3 Treatment Planning

Job description

Dosimetrist

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Dosimetrist to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Job Description

Dosimetrist

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Dosimetrist to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

The Medical Dosimetrist is a member of the radiation therapy treatment planning team who is thoroughly familiar with the physical and geometrical characteristics of the radiation equipment and radioactive sources commonly employed in Radiation Therapy. This team member has the training and expertise necessary to measure and generate radiation dose distributions and calculations under the direction of the Radiation Therapy Physicist and Radiation Oncologist. The Medical Dosimetrist has additional expertise in the fabrication of electron cutouts and custom bolus.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (typically 8am - 4:30pm), 8-hour shifts

Required Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Must have completed an accredited dosimetry school or completed on-the-job training in Medical Dosimetry.
  • Must meet the requirements to sit for and pass the CMD board exam within one year of hire.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • NA
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: Personal Computer, Telephone, Fax Machine, Photocopier, Printer, and electronic medical record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Pinnacle3 and ARIA experience preferred.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • AAMD Membership preferred.
  • CMD preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of technical principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.
  • Varian TrueBeam, Varian 21ix, Varian Novalis, Philips Big Bore CT, Pinnacle3 Treatment Planning System, MIM Fusion Software, Mobius3D Dose Calculation Software, ARIA Record and Verify System.

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

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As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

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