Lead Medical Dosimetrist
Ohio State University
Lead Medical Dosimetrist
Ohio State University
Public research university in Columbus, OH
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The Lead Medical Dosimetrist functions as an integral member of the Department of Radiation Oncology (or its outreach/affiliates) of the Medical Center. The primary purpose of the Lead Medical Dosimetrist is to create radiation treatment plans under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist utilizing clinical knowledge of anatomy and physiology; radiation biology and oncology; radiation safety and protection; mathematics; and radiation therapy techniques, physics, and technology. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist is also responsible for ancillary tasks associated with the design and development of treatment plans including segmentation, image registration, documentation, and information transfer. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist provides daily operations oversight for their assigned clinic or location.
This position is part of The James Radiation Oncology team, delivering world-class cancer care in an community clinic setting. Enjoy predictable daytime clinic hours from Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and free on-site parking, all while benefiting from the clinical resources, advanced technology, expertise, and support of The James a leading comprehensive cancer center.
Position Summary
The Lead Medical Dosimetrist’s primary responsibility is to accurately design and generate treatment plans by performing multiple steps of the treatment planning workflow. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist is responsible the importing of images, segmentation, image registration, plan design and development, dosimetry calculations, and quality control of treatment plans generated by other Medical Dosimetrists. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist is also responsible for radiation dosimetry calculations in situations where images are unable to be acquired (e.g., table simulations) and for supporting the continuity of care for patients who have received radiation therapy in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist is also responsible for participating in the education and research missions of the Medical Center through active participation in clinical education and clinical projects. The Lead Medical Dosimetrist is also responsible submitting data to investigator-initiated research studies and clinical trials. Finally, the Lead Medical Dosimetrist is responsible for scheduling, workload management, peer evaluations, and general oversight of their assigned location or clinic.
Minimum Qualifications
For Hire: Board Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board. 4+ years of relevant dosimetry experience (7+ years preferred).
Ongoing: Meets standards and competencies of the job as assigned and required. Maintains board certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board.
Career Roadmap:
FUNCTION: Imaging
SUB-FUNCTION: Medical Dosimetry
CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Clinical
CAREER LEVEL: C4
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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