MEDICAL DOSIMETRIST

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Job Site; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Medical Dosimetrist in Edinburg, TX. You will generate and evaluate radiation therapy plans, collaborate with physicians and therapists, and ensure accurate charting and QA in a fast-paced cancer care setting.

Required three years of dosimetry experience, MDCB certification, and proficiency with VMAT/IMRT/SBRT, MOSAIQ/Dosimetry software, and Varian IX systems.

Qualifications

• Three years of comprehensive clinical medical dosimetry experience.
• Proficient in VMAT, IMRT, SBRT and 3D plans.
• Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist (MDCB) with annual proof of certification.

Responsibilities

• Generates radiation therapy treatment plans using computer software and imaging.
• Consults with therapists on plan implementation including immobilization devices and field arrangements.
• Designs and fabricates immobilization devices and beam-modifying devices as needed.
• Uses imaging to delineate target and critical structures.
• Processes patient e-charts, performs chart checks and QA activities.
• Performs duties independently with supervisory consultation as required.
• Keeps knowledge current on dosimetry guidelines and institutional policies.

Skills

Clinical dosimetry

VMAT planning

IMRT

SBRT

3D plans

MOSAIQ software

Dosimetry software

Varian IX

EPIC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science or Radiation Therapy

Tools

MOSAIQ software

Dosimetry software

Linac systems (Varian)

EPIC

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Position Information

Posting Number

SRGV6929

Working Title

MEDICAL DOSIMETRIST

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

Edinburg, Texas

Department

School of Medicine / Clinical Affairs

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Scope of Job

In collaboration with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop, generate, and evaluate treatment plans for radiation oncology patients using computer software and manual calculations based on prescribed target region and avoidance dose criteria to determine the optimal dose for patients.

Description of Duties

• Generates radiation therapy treatment plans in a timely manner using computer software and various imaging modalities, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
• Consults and communicates with the therapists regarding the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
• Responsible for performing or supervising the design and fabrication of immobilization devices, beam modifying devices (i.e., compensating filters, bolus, molds, custom shields, etc.) and treatment planning aids.
• May use a wide variety of patient imaging modalities registered to the planning images which assists in the identification of physician delineated target structures and critical structures to be avoided.
• Responsible for performing accurate and timely patient e-chart processing, calculations, chart checks and supporting quality assurance activities.
• Performs routine duties independent of supervision but consults with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required.
• Maintains and demonstrates knowledge on all the latest guidelines, policies and procedures specific to medical dosimetry including but not limited to basic competencies, skill specific competencies, and institutional and departmental policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science or Radiation Therapy from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

• Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB).
• Must maintain and provide official proof of MDCB certification on an annual basis.
• Proof of certification required in the form of official notification from the MDCB such as test results or official MDCB certification documentation.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of comprehensive clinical medical dosimetry experience. Proficient in planning VMAT, IMRT, SBRT, and 3D plans. Experience with Varian IX for Radiation, and EPIC.

Preferred Experience

Experience within a Varian linear accelerator environment. Experience with MIM and Radcalc.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment. Use of various software related to duties performed such as: Mosaiq software, Dosimetry software, and Linac machines.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Healthcare/Patient care and Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Must be able to adapt to ever-changing technology and be open to learning new systems and techniques. Must be able to perform routine duties independent of supervision but consult with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required. Strong oral and written communication skills.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

09/05/2023

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the Chief Human Resources Officer.