Dosimetrist
Job ID:
R205685
Shift:
1st
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$63.45 – $95.20
Location:
Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center – 4440 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This is a remote role. Remote work is currently only approved for residents living in the following states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY.
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Working in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist, the Medical Dosimetrist designs radiation treatment plans (with alternatives) for patients using a treatment planning computer and/ or manual calculations according to the physician’s prescription.
Job DescriptionMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES- Production of acceptable treatment plans for radiation oncology patients.
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Proficient with functions of the treatment planning system including, but not limited to, contouring, image registration, plan optimization and plan evaluation.
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Assist simulator technologist with difficult patient set ups.
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Create treatment plans which fulfill the needs of the radiation oncologist. Ensure treatment plans minimally meet but ideally exceed physician dosimetric parameters.
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Consult with the radiation oncologist in the selection of the best plan.
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Review treatment parameters with physician for plan approval. Bring to physician attention and note any parameters that fall outside of expected treatment guidelines.
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Supervise the radiation therapists in implementation of the selected treatment plan (correct use of bolus, immobilization, wedges and field arrangement).
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Quality assurance checks on the treatment course of radiation oncology patients.
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Proficient with functions of the record and verify system including, but not limited to, importing and exporting of treatment plans and verification that treatment plan complies with the intended treatment course. Inform physicists of unusual errors or messages.
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Verify all necessary patient documentation related to treatment planning is complete.
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Actively participate in weekly chart rounds.
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Participate in continuous process improvement meetings and projects
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Provide remote treatment planning support and travel to multiple radiation oncology departments when needed.
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Maintain daily billing for billable physics and treatment planning services.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- License/Registration/Certification Required: Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) or Board Eligible
- Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Science or Medical Dosimetry
- Experience Required: Typically requires one year of experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
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Excellent understanding of radiation dosimetry and basic radiation physics.
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Proficient in areas of anatomy, physiology, radiobiology, and radiation safety.
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Experience with treatment planning systems, record and verify systems, IMRT and VMAT techniques.
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Ability to learn new technologies and incorporate these into the daily workflow.
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Strong organizational and communication skills in a high-volume environment.
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Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Contribute to a strong and supportive team environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
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Must follow safety precautions in use of linear accelerators. Radiation Safety precautions must be followed per IEMA regulations and Hospital policies.
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Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and radiation hazards.
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Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
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Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
