Dosimetrist (HS)

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Dosimetrist (HS) within the James Radiation Oncology department. The Medical Dosimetrist will contribute to measuring and generating radiation dose distributions and performing dose calculations as part of the treatment planning team under the supervision of a radiation therapy physicist.

Location: James Cancer Hospital; 40-hour week, first shift. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or have equivalent work experience, and must

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic, Physical or Biologic Science or related field, or 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MB/DCB) certification within 2 years of hire.
• No medical dosimetry experience required if eligible to sit for the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board exam.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic, Physical or Biologic Science or related field

Job description

Job Title

Dosimetrist (HS)

Department

James | Radiation Oncology

Scope of Position

The Medical Dosimetrist functions as an integral member of the Department of Radiation Medicine (or its outreach/affiliates) of the Medical Center. The team provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes through the integrated skills of all team members in the Department. The Medical Dosimetrist, as a member of the team, is thoroughly familiar with geometric characteristics of the radiation equipment, radioactive sources commonly employed, and has the training and expertise necessary to generate radiation dose distributions and calculations under the direction of the radiation therapy physicist. Operates and performs quality assurance on the treatment planning computer.

Position Summary

The Medical Dosimetrist in the Department of Radiation Medicine is a member of the treatment planning team who measures and generates radiation dose distributions and performs dose calculations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic, Physical or Biologic Science or related field of study or 2 years of relevant work experience.

Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board Certified within 2 years of hire.

No medical dosimetry experience required if eligible to sit for Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board exam.

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION: Imaging SUB-FUNCTION: Medical Dosimetry CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Clinical CAREER LEVEL: C2

Additional Information

Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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