What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Dosimetrist - Oncology (Days) FT position at Adena Health?
Medical Dosimetrist - Adena Chillicothe Oncology - Full Time, Days
At Adena Health, our clinical professionals are part of focused, collaborative teams where autonomy and patient connection shape the daily rhythm of care. These roles are ideal for candidates who value meaningful patient relationships alongside technical excellence.
Mission Statement: “Called to serve our communities”.
Guiding Principle: “Let all that you do be done in love”.
Vision: To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare.
Values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust.
Position Highlights:
- Position: Medical Dosimetrist
- Salary: Hourly rate based on years of experience/education
- Work Life Balance: Full-Time
- Location/Department: Chillicothe – Oncology
Why Adena?
- Supportive, team culture where caregivers are valued
- Community rooted health system providing focused care that truly makes a difference
- Competitive pay and benefits and a focus on work-life balance
- Strong supportive leaders who invest in potential
- Career growth opportunities where your voice matters and your impact is seen
Does Adena offer growth opportunities?
Growth at Adena isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s built through relationships, mentorship, and opportunity.
Caregivers are encouraged to explore career paths that fit their strengths and interests through:
- Emerging leader and leadership development programs
- Tuition assistance and education support
- Skill-building and lateral career opportunities
- Visibility with leaders who recognize potential early
What You’ll Do
The Medical Dosimetrist is responsible for designing radiation treatment plans according to the Radiation
Oncologist's prescription to deliver radiation dose while limiting the dose to critical structures surrounding the
tumor site. They work under the supervision of the Radiation Oncologist and Service Line Director, and work in collaboration with the medical physicist. This position has access to confidential patient information.
Job Specific Essential Functions:
-Follows dose prescription specified by the Radiation Oncologist. Plans treatment techniques with computer
or manual calculations to deliver prescribed radiation to a defined tumor site. Assist in interactivity and/or
interstitial sealed source procedures.
-Coordinates treatment simulations and tumor localization’s including CT, MRI, PET fusion when indicated
for treatment planning. Performs dosage calculations and verify mathematical accuracy with a system
established by the physicist.
-Assists the treatment staff in implementation of the treatment plan with correct use of immobilization
devices or other treatment parameters.
-Assists in planning or fabrication of compensating filters custom shields, wedges or another beam modifying
devices
-Maintains accurate and complete records. May be involved in clinical research for patients undergoing
investigatory studies or the application of dosimetry for a specific clinical problem.
-Keeps current on new treatment planning techniques, devices and methods. May teach applied aspects to
students or other RRT.
Required Educational Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Required Certifications: Dosimetrist Certification
Required Experience: 3-5 years Dosimetry experience
Why Caregivers Stay?
- Fair, reliable compensation
- Healthcare plans that reduce financial stress (EPO Plan offering the strongest coverage and lowest deductibles when you stay in Adena Care)
- Employer-funded protection and long-term financial support (3.5% retirement match with automatic 1% annual increase)
- PTO that grows with tenure
- Smaller teams = faster visibility
Ready to Explore?
If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your community is at the heart of what you do — we’d love to connect.
Apply today to be connected directly with a Talent Acquisition representative!
Adena Health System is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class