Dosimetrist — Radiology Oncology (Sign-On + Relocation)

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

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.