Overview

Radiation Oncology Dosimetrist

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Thompson Proton Center offers patients one of the world's most advanced forms of radiation therapy for cancer treatment. Proton therapy is a trusted form of radiation therapy capable of precisely targeting tumors while significantly sparing healthy tissue and decreasing the risk of side effects. Our facility is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The unique characteristics of protons allow doctors to determine and plan exactly where the prescribed, maximum energy of the proton beam is released within the target tumor site to destroy cancer cells. Tightly conforming to the shape of the tumor site avoids delivering unnecessary radiation to nearby healthy tissue and vital organs. The decrease in unnecessary radiation results in patients’ improved quality of life both during and after treatment.

Position Summary:

Assist Medical Physicist in providing accurate and timely Dosimetry treatment planning and dose calculation. Perform quality assurance procedures according to established standards and practices. Provide interface and continuity between CT, MRI, Medical Physics, Simulation and Treatment.

If you have any questions please contact Recruiter: Sarah Grey || sgrey1@covhlth.com || 865-374-5271

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate tracking of the dose delivered versus dose prescription for all patients.
• Plan treatment techniques by means of computer and/or manual calculations, with follow up to ensure actual verses planned treatments.
• Perform patient’s dose calculations in radiation therapy chart-verify the mathematical accuracy.
• Perform dose calculations for all brachytherapy procedures, including implants.
• Assist Radiation Therapist in implementation of treatment plan.
• Assist Medical Physicist in planning and fabrication of custom shields and immobilization devices.
• Provide assistance and technical guidance to Simulator Technologist for complicated setups.
• Assist the Medical Physicist in machine calibrations and quality assurance.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Two (2) years’ experience in Dosimetry or related area.

Licensure Requirement:

Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board.