Dosimetrist

Summary Job Description

Job Title: Dosimetrist

This position is located in Lancaster, PA.

Full Time, 1.0 FTE. 40 hrs/week

Position Summary

Functions as an expert technical advisor to the Radiation Oncologist and Radiation Physicist by performing mathematical and computer-assisted functions to ensure the accurate delivery of radiation dose to precise volumes of tumor-bearing tissues and sparing dose to surrounding normal structures. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

Acquires appropriate patient measurements, CT scans, MRI scans, etc. to provide accurate treatment plans/calculations and to provide the best possible method of delivering the prescribed dose.Documents all appropriate information in the patient chart and the electronic chart, and documents any changes during treatment.Maintains dosimetry records as required. Maintains equipment and supplies in dosimetry section.Aids and/or instructs staff in simulation and in implementing treatment plan. Is available to respond to any changes/problems with daily treatment.Performs checks and calibrations on equipment as directed. Performs electron calibrations as needed for prescribed treatment. Performs quality assurance on treatment plans.Is authorized user of brachytherapy sources. Assists physician and performs computer dosimetry in all cases. Monitors incoming and outgoing shipments of radioactive material. Performs surveys, and calculates and documents exposure levels.Participates in department performance improvement initiatives.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

Assists in student education, providing a basic education and evaluation of students as directed. Is responsible for educating staff when new methods of treatment are being used.Keeps abreast of new treatment planning techniques, devices and methods.Maintains computer equipment and supplies to continue operation without delay.Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree or combination of Associate's degree and at least 5 years of experience.Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist issued by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) OR Graduate of an accredited medical dosimetry program with board certification required within the first two years of placement/hire.Completion of a one (1) year dosimetry program with one to three (1 - 3) years of full-time experience under a qualified medical physicist.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) or more years of experience in Dosimetry specialties (Tomotherapy, HDR Brachytherapy).

Cognitive Requirements

ATTENTION/CONCENTRATION – The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others:

The position requires strong concentration skills. The individual must have the ability to voluntarily sustain concentration to a task over an extended period of time as a result of an effortful and usually deliberate heightened and focused state of attention.

NEW LEARNING AND MEMORY – The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material:

The position requires that an individual be able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively. Job requirements change frequently. The ability to understand and carry out detailed, involved instructions in mandatory.

PROBLEM SOLVING, REASONING AND CREATIVE THINKING – The Following Level Of Ability That Is Essential For The Jobholder To Think (in Order To Solve a Problem) By Combining Two Or More Elements From Past Experience Or Imaginative Thought

The position required much autonomy of thought and problem solving. The individual must be able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems. The individual must be able to think abstractly, which is manifested in the ability to form concepts, use categories, generalize from single instances, apply procedural rules and general principles, and be aware of subtle or intrinsic aspects of a problem. The development of hypothesis and potential solutions to problems involves careful interpretation, analysis and diagnosis. The individual must be able to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The individual must be able to think creatively with a degree of inventiveness, experimentation and intuition. They must be able to deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables.

APTITUDES: The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job-worker situations. These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act:

Leadership, control and planning: Ability to accept responsibility for leadership, direction, control, planning, negotiating, organizing, directing, supervising, formulating practices, or making final decisions.

Variety and change: Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure involving significant differences in technologies, techniques, procedures, environmental factors, physical demands, or work situations.

Communication: Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Interpersonal relations: Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

Equipment Usage Requirements

Equipment/Tools: Computer, Phone, Copier, Printer, Fax, Office Supplies, transducer, HDR unit, portal vision system, linear accelerator, simulator, orthovoltage

Software: Microsoft Office Products, PCS, Treatment Planning and Localization software system, Nucletron treatment planning, Portal Vision, Impac, Prostate Implant Planning software. IMRT and IGRT software, RAD Calc.

Physical Requirements

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement

Sit: FrequentlyStand: FrequentlyWalk: FrequentlyBend: RarelyPush: RarelyPull: RarelyKneel/Squat: RarelyReach: RarelyTwist: RarelyBalance: RarelyClimb: Rarely

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is: Moderate, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities Specifically Required

VisionHearing

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

Blood borne PathogensMoving/Rotating MachineryRadioactive Agents

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards. The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute. The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

Benefits At A Glance

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:

100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health SciencesPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysShift, Weekend and On-Call DifferentialsHealth, Dental and Vision CoverageShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityRetirement Savings Account with Company MatchingChild Care SubsidiesOnsite Gym and Fitness Classes

Disclaimer

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH , and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.

CAMPUS Full Time Posted on 04/18/2024

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