Senior Dosimetrist - La Jolla - 137305

The Senior Dosimetrist designs treatment plans by means of computer and/or manual computation to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique per the physician's prescription to a defined tumor volume. This includes consideration of dose-limiting structures in the design of treatment. Additionally, the dosimetrist plans and documents doses in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.

This role also provides physics and technical support to the relevant staff and faculty, including radiation protection, qualitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of radiation oncology equipment. It involves assisting with specific dosimetry methods, including ion chamber, TLD, and film measurements as directed by the Chief Dosimetrist. The dosimetrist also assists in intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.

• Certified Medical Dosimetrist issued by MDCB (CMD).

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience required.

• Proficient in 3D,IMRT and treatment planning.

• Must be familiar with the operation of linear accelerators, Simulator, and CT units.

• Demonstrated knowledge of treatment planning systems and departmental R/V systems.

• Strong attention to detail and must possess superior aptitude for producing error-free calculations, so as to not detrimentally affect patient outcomes.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and problem solving in the assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient care.

• Must possess knowledge and understanding of current practices in radiation therapy, planning, and administration.

• Ability to accurate document patient care activities in accordance with institutional and cancer center guidelines.

• Excellent organizational skills to determine workload priorities to enable timely completion of tasks.

• Ability to effectively communicate and work with medical staff, paramedical staff, patients and patient families.

• Experience working in a training, academic environment.

• Experience with clinical trials.

• Experience with SBRT and SRS treatment planning.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• May need to support several locations on site or via remote access i.e. Hillcrest, Encinitas.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.