What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Dosimetrist position at University Hospitals?
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.
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