PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be ARRT certified and hold valid state license for radiation therapy.At least one (1) year actively practicing as an RTT and at least seven (7) years direct dosimetry experience and Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) required.RTT Graduate of an accredited radiation therapy technology program.At least seven (7) years direct dosimetry experience and Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) required.Non-RTT Bachelors degree in a physical science and a graduate of a formal dosimetry program.May supervise, perform, or assist in the application of specific methods of dosimetry including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurement as directed by the Medical Physicist. Teaches applied aspects of medical dosimetry to students and residents, as assigned. Provides physics and technical support to the Medical Physicist, in radiation protection, qualitative machine calibrations, and quality assurance of the radiation oncology equipment. May perform quality assurance procedures on treatment planning system, linear accelerator, and brachytherapy device with minimal supervision. May assist in intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures and in the subsequent manual and/or computer calculation of the dose distributions of these treatments. Performs general computerized tasks, such as word processing, using spreadsheets, moving and altering files and directories, and performing data backup. Accurately codes for technical treatment planning and quality assurance tasks. Accurately documents treatment planning and quality assurance tasks. ![]() Supervises the therapist staff in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables. Performs or assists in the planning of the production of moulds, casts, and other immobilization devices. Performs or assists in the planning of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices. Interprets and delineates anatomy and anatomical positioning on various imaging modalities. Independently creates radiation therapy treatment plans using computer software and various imaging modalities. ![]() Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Performs patient specific quality assurance techniques under the direction of the physicist. Uses CT, MRI, PET, ultrasound, plane film, and fluoroscopy imaging to create and verify therapy portals. SCOPE: In collaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist, designs a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation to determine a treatment field technique that will deliver a prescribed radiation dose. We have an immediate opening for a Full time Dosimetrist to join our team. The US Oncology Network has 1,400 affiliated physicians, 400 locations across the United States and 800,000 patients treated annually Our clinical and business support capabilities, expertise and industry-leading technologies keep local practices at the forefront of high quality, efficient care delivery while enabling practice success, quality of life and financial security for physicians. ![]() The US Oncology Network empowers the delivery of advanced integrated cancer care through our network of independent physicians who share expertise and resources to provide quality, value-based care close to home. The US Oncology Network believes local cancer care is better care and in 2017 Vantage Oncology joined The US Oncology Network. Sweeney Award for Visionary Leadership and Advocacy
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