DOSIMETRIST Job in Philadelphia 19143, Pennsylvania US
Full-time Dosimetrist for Mercy Philadelphia Hospital
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
The Dosimetrist is responsible for measuring and calculating radiation dosages and developing the optimum arrangement of radiation fields and exposures to treat patients: He/She studies prescription, x rays showing area to be treated, and requirements for dose calculation. Selects beam energy, optimum multiple beam arrangement, beam modifying devices, and other factors, using computer, manuals, and guides. Develops several possible treatment arrangements that meet physician's criteria and submits arrangements for selection by physician. Measures and calculates prescribed radiation dose based upon field sizes, depth of tumor, treatment unit, beam modifying devices, and other information, using manuals, guides, and computer. Calculates and records daily prescribed radiation dose. Explains treatment to Radiation Therapy Technologist. May operate x-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic x ray of patient in treatment position. May simulate treatment procedure to assist in planning treatment.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
BS preferred. Graduate of formal program in Radiation Therapy.
LICENSE, REGISTRATION and CERTIFICATION:
Medical Dosimetrist certification by AAMD. ARRT certification as a Radiation Therapist
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Strong verbal and writing skills to present information. Strong organizational skills. 2-3 years of experience in medical dosimetry.