Dosimetrist

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HOSPITAL DR

City:

HENDERSONVILLE

State:

North Carolina

Postal Code:

28792

Job Description:

• Collaborates with radiation oncologists and medical physicists to establish comprehensive treatment plans

• Designs and calculates radiation therapy treatments for tumors based on their specific locations and nearby critical structures.

• Outlines critical organ structures on CT scans.

• Assists in the preparation of immobilization devices and treatment aids.

• Uses treatment planning computers to produce acceptable treatment plans for patients.

• Translates treatment plan information accurately into daily treatment information.

• Accurately calculates monitor units for individual fields and completes treatment plans on time.

• Prepares final dosage calculations and distribution summaries for brachytherapy procedures.

• Supervises daily set-up data relating to dose, daily dose per field, wedges, and special procedures.

• Utilizes various imaging sources such as CT, MRI, and PET studies in treatment planning.

• Prepares contours and assists in CT localization for planning purposes.

• Discusses patient diagnosis and treatment planning options with a radiation oncologist.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous experience as a Radiation Therapist. [Required]
• Computer proficiency [Required]

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]

Field of Study:

• in a basic science, or a formal course in Medical Dosimetry

Additional Information:

• Completion of a formal course in Radiation Therapy Technology followed by on-the-job training of five years [Required]
• Five years of training in Dosimetry under the supervision of the physicist and dosimetrist is required for a Radiation Therapist, if the employee did not complete a formal course in Dosimetry.

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$101,774.40 - $189,300.80

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.