Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs in Missouri
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist calculates computerized isodose plans for radiation oncology patients. Computes standard dose calculations and determines computerized generation of isodose curves for external beam hyperthermia and brachytherapy radiation treatment programs. Being a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist calculates treatment machine settings, documents calculations, and records treatment data in therapy chart. Interprets physician prescriptions to develop a therapeutic treatment plan. Additionally, Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist typically requires completion of a training program in medical dosimetry and ARRT registration in radiation therapy. Requires a bachelor's degree of physical or biological sciences. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs
Dosimetrist - DePaul Radiation Oncology
- SSM Health Care St. Louis
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Paul, MO
FULL_TIME
- It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul Drive Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: *$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available* (Sign on bonuses are for qualified external candidates) M-F Days, Salaried, 36/hrs per week. Full-Time Dosimetrist role, DePaul Radiation Oncology - Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD), Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board required within 24 months of starting. Job Summary: Develops and administers radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of physicist and radiation oncologist. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume. Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures. Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices. Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment. Maintains radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines. Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Associate's degree EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Rare climbing. Licenses / Certifications: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA), Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB), FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA), FUTURE - Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) within 24 months - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB), Radiation Therapist - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4240000128 Physics/Dosimetry Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. Create or login to your SSM Health Candidate Workday account to track your application progress and see real-time updates. Remember to keep a record of your login information to access your Candidate Workday account in the future! Current Employees & Contractors – please apply internally via the Career app on your Workday home page. Do not continue here. Visit https://jobs.ssmhealth.com/us/en/hiring-process for more information.
- 2 Days Ago
Dosimetrist Radiation Oncology
- SSM Health Care
-
Bridgeton, MO
FULL_TIME
- Develops and administers radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of physicist and radiation oncologist.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation...
- 20 Days Ago
Dosimetrist - DePaul Radiation Oncology
- SSM Health
-
Bridgeton, MO
FULL_TIME
- It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul DriveWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:*$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available* (Sign on bonuses are for qualified external candidates)M-F Day...
- 1 Month Ago
Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapy - Bonus
- CoxHealth
-
Springfield, MO
FULL_TIME
- Summary Job Summary A care giver with responsibility/accountability for providing correctly delivered ionizing radiation therapy treatment to patients, accurately following Radiation Oncologist’s pres...
- 23 Days Ago
Dosimetrist
- Saint Luke's Health System
-
Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- Job Description The Opportunity : Saint Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, MO is looking for a Medical Dosimetrist to join our Radiation Therapy Team. The candidate would join our team consisting of 5 Do...
- 2 Months Ago
Registered Nurse - Radiation Therapy
- CoxHealth
-
Springfield, MO
PART_TIME
- Summary Job Summary A care-giver who assumes responsibility/accountability for oncology patients for a designated time frame. Educates patients to the action, benefits, and side effects of radiation t...
- 11 Days Ago
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Dosimetrist
- Idaho State Job Bank
-
Boise, ID
- Dosimetrist at Health Advocates Network in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensiv...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist
- Holy Cross Health Fl
-
Fort Lauderdale, FL
- At the Michael and Dianne Bienes Comprehensive Cancer Center we offer state of the art treatment and a coordinated appro...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist
- Holy Cross Health Fl
-
Fort Lauderdale, FL
- At the Michael and Dianne Bienes Comprehensive Cancer Center we offer state of the art treatment and a coordinated appro...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist
- Ardent Health Services
-
Tyler, TX
- Overview Join our team as a PRN, Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist in Tyler, TX. Fulfilling your purpose begins here: People...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist
- Norman Regional Hospital Authority
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Norman, OK
- Departmental Overview Norman Regional Health System is a team of more than 3000 healers working together to bring our mi...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist
- Grand View Hospital
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Sellersville, PA
- Responsibilities The Dosimetrist develops treatment plans of various modalities, including but not limited to IMRT, VMAT...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
DOSIMETRIST
- Cooper University Health Care
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Moorestown, NJ
- About us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. O...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dosimetrist, SCCC
- University of Miami
-
Miami, FL
- Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click he...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Missouri
Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs
$115,831 to $137,304
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What does a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist do?
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist in Lubbock, TX
A medical dosimetrist performs calculations with the aim of creating a treatment plan that maximizes radiation dosage to the target tissue while minimizing radiation to nearby tissue.
January 16, 2020
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist in Spartanburg, SC
If you are looking for a way to advance in your career as a radiation technologist, joining a medical dosimetry program is a great way to do so.
January 20, 2020
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist in Galveston, TX
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist will increase 16 % over 5 years.
December 09, 2019