What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Dosimetrist position at Cardinal Health?
What Dosimetry contributes to Cardinal Health
Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. In this treatment, radiation beams are carefully directed at the cancer from a machine that moves around your body.
The Dosimetrist ensures radiation machines are accurate and correctly calibrated to prioritize patient safety at Rocky Mountain Oncology Center in Casper, WY. This clinician will design an effective treatment plan by means of computer or manual computation that will deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist prescription.
Responsibilities
Designs an effective treatment plan by means of computer and /or manual computation that will deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique in accordance with the Radiation oncologist prescription.
Experience and understanding on contours per guidelines.
Ensures dose-limiting structures are considered in the design of treatment plans and documents dose in accordance with Radiation Oncologist prescription.
Verifies patient prescription, diagnosis, and identification and accurately designs treatment plan with care; respecting patient privacy and rights. Maintains proper communication with the patient and rest of the radiation oncology team. Reports to the designated personnel of any unusual events in plans, and assists in emergency treatments if any. Strictly observes radiation safety measures for the patient and staff.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment plans and related documents.
Effectively participates in Quality Assurance and Improvement activities.
Effectively communicates with Radiation Therapists in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed treatment; documents all pertinent information in the patient record and verifies the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Medical Physicist.
Actively participates in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques.
Ensures ongoing participation in continuing education in the areas of current treatment planning techniques and advances in dosimetry.
Qualifications
4-8 years of experience, preferred
Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Certification or eligible for certification as a Medical Dosimetrist
Ability to work a flexible schedule as necessary
Experience using Truebeam and Trilogy treatment machines, preferred
Previous experience as a Dosimetrist, highly preferred
Location
Rocky Mountain Oncology Center
6501 E. 2nd St
Casper, WY 82609
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Works on complex projects of large scope
Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
Anticipated salary range: $94,900 – $157,295
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 5/18/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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""Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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Salary : $94,900 - $157,295