What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dosimetrist position at CHI St Vincent Hot Springs?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Job Requirements
CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. With more than 280 licensed beds, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization serving the health care needs of Hot Springs, Ark., and surrounding communities. CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock are two of just over 400 Magnet hospitals nationwide and two of just four in Arkansas. As a Magnet institution, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs achieved Magnet status for the first time on October 14, 2020 and employs the highest standards of quality and ensures that patient care and safety are the top priority. Studies show that Magnet hospitals have better overall patient outcomes than non-Magnet hospitals.
Pay Range
$52.02 - $77.38 /hour
- Obtains, evaluates and synthesizes pertinent clinical data, to facilitate external beam treatment planning. This includes but is not limited to 2D, 3D/4D, IMRT, SBRT, and SRS planning. Follows physician directives including revisions in order to achieve the intended outcome for patients in their course of treatment.
- Calculates the treatment unit setting and doses to various points of interest evaluating all variables.
- Assists physician and/or medical physicist when needed during brachytherapy planning and delivery.
- Oversees and assists in the design and fabrications of individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam modifying devices as prescribed.
- Accurately documents parameters associated with the radiation therapy process.
Job Requirements
Required Education:
- Graduate of an approved hospital or university dosimetry program or currently has medical dosimetry certification
- Graduation from an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology or a Radiation Therapy Technology Certification is preferred.
Required Licensure and Certifications
- Current MDCB license
- Current healthcare provider BLS CPR certification
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- One - three years’ experience in Dosimetry is preferred
- One year of directly related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferred
- Knowledge of Eclipse Treatment Planning system is preferred
CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. With more than 280 licensed beds, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization serving the health care needs of Hot Springs, Ark., and surrounding communities. CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock are two of just over 400 Magnet hospitals nationwide and two of just four in Arkansas. As a Magnet institution, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs achieved Magnet status for the first time on October 14, 2020 and employs the highest standards of quality and ensures that patient care and safety are the top priority. Studies show that Magnet hospitals have better overall patient outcomes than non-Magnet hospitals.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance
Pay Range
$52.02 - $77.38 /hour
Salary : $52 - $77
