Description

We are searching for a Medical Dosimetrist to join our tenured radiation therapy team at our brand new hospital in Pensacola, FL as we follow our mission of helping people throughout life's journey. At Baptist Health Care we strive to give our community the best cancer support services with our established cancer programs and dedicated team of health care professionals. 

The Dosimetrist is a core member of the radiation oncology treatment and planning team. Under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist (RO) and/or a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP), the Dosimetrist generates clinically acceptable treatment plans and dose calculations, communicates planning intent with the team, and supports safe, accurate implantation of the prescribed course of therapy. 

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient data acquisition for planning (e.g., simulation support, image registration/fusion) and incorporate imaging into plans per directives.

• Collaborate with RO to understand prescription and clinical objectives; create, evaluate and optimize treatment plans and generate dose calculations with appropriate secondary checks.

• Delineate clearly discernable normal structures and create planning structures as directed; review OAR/target completeness with the RO prior to plan approval.

• Accurately transfer a document treatment parameters (manual/electronic) per departmental policy, support therapist during plan implantation and parameter verification.

• Perform plan/chart checks per departmental policy; participate in quality management activities (huddles, chart rounds, peer review). Participate in special procedures (e.g., SRS/SBRT)

• Apply ALARA and radiation safety principles to protect patients, staff, and the public.

• Participate in fiscal practices (e.g., billing) 

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Technical Diploma/Certificate Radiation Therapy, Dosimetry Required

Minimum Work Experience

• 2 years Experience in Dosimetry if education is from radiation therapy program Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in the areas of cancer treatment and brachytherapy
• Must be critical thinkers, and be able to analyze data.
• Must have strong math skills.
• Must have strong technical skills.