Hybrid Dosimetrist - Remote/Onsite Radiation Planning

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a Dosimetrist to apply physics, anatomy, and radiobiology to optimize radiation portals and exposure while respecting normal tissues, under the Radiation Oncologist's prescribed dose.

The position is hybrid (remote and onsite) with day shifts. You will collaborate with Simulation staff, Radiation Therapists, Oncologists, and Medical Physicists to develop, review, and adjust treatment plans, and ensure compliance with safety and reporting standards.

Qualifications

• CMD certification or MDCB eligibility; must pass within one year of hire.
• Ability to identify anatomical structures from different imaging modalities.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based software.
• Completion of Adult and Child Mandatory Reporter within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Simulation staff and Radiation Therapists on patient setup and treatment.
• Coordinate with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists to design treatment plans.
• Request physics support from Medical Physicist as needed.
• Develop and present treatment plans for review and approval.
• Assist with brachytherapy procedures as needed.
• Perform monitor unit calculations as needed.

Skills

CMD certification or MDCB eligible

Anatomical identification

Windows-based software

Communication and collaboration

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a Dosimetrist to apply physics, anatomy, and radiobiology to optimize radiation portals and exposure while respecting normal tissues, under the Radiation Oncologist's prescribed dose.

The position is hybrid (remote and onsite) with day shifts. You will collaborate with Simulation staff, Radiation Therapists, Oncologists, and Medical Physicists to develop, review, and adjust treatment plans, and ensure compliance with safety and reporting standards.