Vidant Health

Medical Dosimetrist

Vidant Health • $106K — $155K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher required; relevant experience may substitute degree requirement as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist.
  • C.M.D. certified or board eligible; must obtain board certification within 12 months of employment.
  • Zero to two years of related experience in medical dosimetry or radiation oncology.
  • Strong knowledge in anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, and radiation physics.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills for patient and team interactions.
  • High level critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to interpret protocols and develop effective treatment plans.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist to develop radiation therapy treatment plans.
  • Utilize knowledge of anatomy and radiobiology to optimize patient care.
  • Leverage healthcare informatics tools for data management and retrieval.
  • Ensure compliance with radiation safety principles and regulatory standards.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and team members regarding treatment processes.
  • Analyze complex medical data to inform treatment decisions.
  • Independently assess and address problem-solving scenarios in clinical settings.

Benefits

  • $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates.
  • Full-time employment with a standard 40-hour work week.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates

The medical Dosimetrist is a member of the radiation oncology team who has knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation oncology in the management of cancer or other disease processes, with special expertise in radiation therapy treatment planning.

Skills:
1. Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.

2. Expertise in the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to develop optimal treatment plans.

3. Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. Tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.

4. Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.

5. Has high level critical thinking and problem solving skills.

6. Works independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist.

7. Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies.

8. Has the ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.

9. Has mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus.
Minimum Requirements
  • Zero to two years related experience
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher is required
  • May substitute degree requirement with relevant experience as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist
  • C.M.D. certified or board eligible to sit for the exam. Applicants hired in this capacity must obtain board certification within 12 months of employment to remain in the position.
Pay Range
$106745.60 - $155584.00
Other Information
  • Full-Time
  • 40 hours
  • #LI-NM1

About Vidant Health

Vidant Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Greenville, North Carolina. The system includes eight hospitals, numerous clinics and outpatient facilities, and a medical school. Vidant Health provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care, and is committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. The system is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its high-quality care and patient-centered approach.
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