Dosimetrist - Radiology Oncology - Harbour View Medical Center

Bon Secours; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Suffolk, VA seeks a Dosimetrist to perform external beam and radioactive dose planning under supervision of a radiation oncologist or physicist. Eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus with relocation assistance for non-local candidates.

Responsibilities include calculating daily doses, selecting beam energy, and communicating treatment plans to Radiation Therapists. Requires relevant education and board certification in dosimetry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry is required.
• Master’s Degree in Medical Dosimetry is preferred; required if Bachelor’s degree is not in Medical Dosimetry.
• Certified Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board is required.
• 1-year relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure, calculate and record daily prescribed radiation dose and optimize radiation fields.
• Study prescriptions and imaging to determine treatment requirements.
• Select beam energy and arrangement using equipment and guides.
• Develop several treatment arrangements and obtain physician approval.
• Explain treatment plan to Radiation Therapist.

Skills

Radiation therapy knowledge

Total body irradiation knowledge

Radiation safety

Dose calculations

Equipment operation

Quality Assurance

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry

Master’s degree in Medical Dosimetry

Job description

About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Bon Secours About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Dosimetrist – Harbour View Medical Center Eligible for $10,000 sign-on bonus. This position is at our Harbour View Medical Center- 1020 Bon Secours Dr, Suffolk, VA 23435. We can offer relocation assistance for those who are not local to this market.

Job Summary Under the direction of a radiation oncologist or physicist, the Dosimetrist performs radiation therapy procedures including delivery of prescribed doses of external beam and radioactive elements.

Essential Functions

• Measures, calculates and records daily prescribed radiation dose and develops optimum arrangement of radiation fields and exposures to treat patient.
• Studies prescription, x-rays showing area to be treated and requirements for dose calculation.
• Selects beam energy, optimal multiple beam arrangement, beam modifying devices and other factors using computer, manuals, and guides.
• Develops several possible treatment arrangements that meet physician’s criteria and submit arrangements for selection by physician.
• Measures and calculates prescribed radiation dose based upon field sizes, depth of tumor, treatment unit, beam modifying devices and other information, using manuals, guides, and computer.
• Explains treatment plan to Radiation Therapist.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Therapy or Medical Dosimetry (required)
• Master's Degree in Medical Dosimetry (preferred); required if Bachelor’s degree is not in Medical Dosimetry.

Licensure/Certification

• Certified Dosimetrist by the Medication Dosimetrist Certification Board (required)

Experience

• 1-year relevant experience (preferred)

Training None

Skills And Abilities Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices and procedures to provide quality care and treatment. Knowledge of total body irradiation practices. Knowledge of radiation safety to ensure appropriate exposure to patients, staff and the public. Proficient in dose calculations and equipment operations. Quality Assurance Soft/Interpersonal Skills Attention to detail Communication Teamwork Relationship building

Range Minimum: $56.58 Maximum: $90.52 As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]