Dosimetrist II, Radiation Oncology, Full-Time, Day Shift

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine in Illinois seeks a Dosimetrist II in Radiation Oncology. This full-time, day-shift, 100% onsite role is based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Under limited supervision, you will calculate dose distributions for 3-D external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy, participate in complex dose calculations for IMRT and stereotactic planning, and support physics projects and quality programs. You will mentor Dosimetrist I, Trainee and Residents as needed.

Qualifications

• CMD certification required and five years of CMD experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Thorough understanding of radiation safety and technical aspects of radiation therapy treatments.

Responsibilities

• Calculate dose distributions for 3-D external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy.
• Support in IMRT and stereotactic radiotherapy planning.
• Assist in physics projects, quality control and performance improvement programs.
• Explain treatment parameters to physicist and radiation therapist and adjust as needed.
• Train Dosimetrist I, Trainee and Residents as required.
• Keep current on new planning techniques and devices.

Skills

CMD certification

Communication skills

Radiation safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science or higher

Job description

Dosimetrist II, Radiation Oncology, Full-Time, Day Shift

IL, United States

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Dosimetrist II in Radiation Oncology. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Under limited supervision, calculates dose distributions for 3-D external beam radiation therapy and brachytherapy including ultrasound guided prostate implants. Participates in complex dose calculations as required for intensity modulated beam delivery and stereotactic radiotherapy. Cooperates in physics projects, quality control and performance improvement programs.

Essential Job Functions

Plans a treatment technique for external radiation or brachytherapy by means of computer computations, following the prescription specified by the Radiation Therapist, to deliver specified dose to the defined target volume

Communicates results to physicist and Radiation Therapist, makes adjustments as needed. Consults in the design and fabrication of field shaping and or beam modifying devices

Assist the Physicist in intracavitary and interstitial radioactive source procedures and the computer calculation of the resulting dose distributions

Checks patient's radiation therapy charts weekly and verifies accuracy of all entries.

Enters treatment parameters in computerized data base for transfer to the treatment machines.

Assists Physicist with patient Thermoluminescent Dosimetry.

Provides guidance and training to Dosimetrist I, Dosimetrist Trainee and Residents as needed.

Carries duties independently, with consultations with physicist as needed

Keeps current on new treatment planning techniques, devices, and treatment procedures

Performs other duties as requested by senior management.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors of Science degree or higher.

Must be a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.

Five years experience of working as a CMD.

Computer literacy, high level of organization, working knowledge of radiation safety, superior communication skills.

Thorough understanding of all technical aspects of radiation therapy treatments and ability to communicate with radiation oncologist and radiation therapy technologists.

Able to perform under clinical pressure.

Job Type/FTE: 1.0

Shift: Day 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Unit/Department: Radiation Oncology

CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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