Senior Dosimetrist: Advanced Radiation Therapy Planning

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Dosimetrist to join UCLA Radiation Oncology. You will design and support radiation therapy treatments in collaboration with Radiation Oncology physicians, contributing to precise treatment planning and patient care.

We emphasize expertise in external beam and brachytherapy, dosimetry quality measures, and safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, supporting diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Board of Medical Dosimetry or eligibility to sit for the exam.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• 3 years of full-time dosimetry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiotherapy equipment and systems used in planning.
• Proficient in external beam and brachytherapy planning.
• Ability to perform in-vivo and in-phantom measurements.
• Understanding of radiation safety and clinical oncology fundamentals.
• Strong communication and problem-solving in patient care contexts.

Responsibilities

• Design and support radiation therapy treatments in collaboration with physicians.
• Engage in treatment planning for external beam, brachytherapy, and HDR programs.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects and educational activities.
• Assess dose distributions and ensure accurate dose calculations.
• Communicate effectively with patients and medical staff; participate in safety measures.

Skills

Dosimetry

Treatment planning

Independent judgment

Communication

Mathematics

Team collaboration

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

ABMS certification eligibility

Tools

Linear accelerators

Brachytherapy equipment

Treatment planning systems

Record and verification systems

Job description

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Dosimetrist to join UCLA Radiation Oncology. You will design and support radiation therapy treatments in collaboration with Radiation Oncology physicians, contributing to precise treatment planning and patient care.

We emphasize expertise in external beam and brachytherapy, dosimetry quality measures, and safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, supporting diverse patient needs.