Certified Medical Dosimetrist
Company: University Hospitals
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: June 25, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Description Participate in development of
documented policies and procedures for dosimetry, under the
guidance of the clinical operations team. Design radiation
treatment plans including 3D conformal, intensity modulated
radiotherapy (IMRT), volumetric modulated arc (VMAT), stereotactic
body radiotherapy (SBRT) to deliver precise radiation doses with
optimal beam geometry. Identify and contour normal and
dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more image
sets. Create and transfer reference images and localization marks
for patient setup verification and treatment delivery. Assist with
patient simulation to determine optimal patient positioning for
planning as needed, and verify machine and patient clearance.
Perform image fusions between different image sets per instruction
and guidance from the physician and physicist. Transfer images from
the Radiology PACS system to the treatment planning or image
processing system. Perform secondary calculations to ensure
accurate delivery of the prescribed radiation dose. Document all
pertinent information in various electronic systems including the
record and verify system, and the electronic medical record (EMR)
system, following department standards. Will consider certified
registered technologist in Radiation Therapy RT (T) with on-the-job
training for treatment planning equaling 2 years of dosimetry; or a
certified registered technologist in Radiography RT (R) or BS/BA
degree in unrelated field with 4 years of dosimetry experience.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of current radiation therapy
principles, methods, procedures and planning techniques including
2D, 3D, IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT. Experience with Pinnacle, Mosaiq,
MIM, Varian and Elekta linacs, as well as secondary dose
calculation software such as RadCalc is preferred. Qualifications
Certified Medical Dosimetrist Graduate of hospital or University
affiliated formal dosimetry program,BA BS degree in physical or
biological science,2 years dosimetry experience
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