Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs in Mississippi

• Treatment Simulation
  • Supervises, performs, or assists in the development of an optimal treatment simulations and tumor localization using specified imaging modalities including, but not limited to CT, MRI, and PET
• Fabrications of Beam Modifying Devices
  • Supervises, performs, or assists in the planning and implementation of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices
  • Supervises, performs, or assists in the planning and implementation of the production of moulds, casts, and other immobilization devices
• Treatment Plan Development
  • Designs a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation with optimal beam geometry to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and spare critical structures in accordance with the radiation oncologist's prescription
  • Identifies and contour normal and dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more data sets. Assumes proficiency in image registration with various image data sets to include CT, MRI and PET
  • Creates and transfer reference images and localization markers for portal verification and treatment delivery to include DRRs, CBCTs and other IGRT methods, as specified
  • Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record, and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations by an approved method
  • Communicates with the radiation therapist(s) and assume an advisory role in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment or imaging parameters
  • Operates and performs quality assurance, under the direction of the Medical Physicist, on the treatment planning computer(s)
  • Supervises, performs, or assists in the application of specific methods of patient and/or beam dosimetry as directed by the Medical Physicist
  • Attends, participates and presents cases in departmental weekly peer review, tumor boards and other multidisciplinary conferences as requested
  • Participates in quality management in accordance with departmental policies, national guidelines, and accreditation standards
  • Participates in charge capture and generates documentation for billing in accordance with departmental policies
  • Participates in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques in radiation therapy

Memorial Health System has been dedicated to healing, inspiring, and transforming the health of our community since 1946. With multiple hospital facilities, outpatient surgery locations and diagnostic centers, more than 100 Physician Clinics, and post-acute services including skilled nursing, you can find your fit at Memorial.

When you join our team, you join more than 5,000 individuals committed to exceptional care. We offer several of the region's most comprehensive clinical programs and medical specialties unique to the Coast, including a Level III Neonatal ICU, state-designated Level II Trauma Center, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and Mississippi's first nationally-certified Primary Stroke Center.

At Memorial, you are valued. We know that our increasingly diverse communities need healthcare professionals that reflect their different cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and values. We acknowledge the uniqueness of all individuals, their commonalities as well as differences, all of which have shaped their lives in meaningful ways.

The development of our team members is integral to the patient care we provide. Grow your skills, and grow with Memorial.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.