Dosimetrist

Summary

Follows written directive of the physician to generate radiation dose distributions and dose calculations in collaboration with the physician and medical physicist, using radiotherapy treatment planning procedures and equipment to localize the tumor and other critical structures; performs procedures and or treatments for patients by utilizing ionizing radiation, other imaging modalities, and/or other equipment in order to aid in the localization an/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Verifies patient information.
Coordinates procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan.
Evaluates the procedure/treatment plan.
Organizes and documents all aspects of assigned patient care to ensure accurate and timely performance of radiation therapy procedures.
Participates in Quality Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the department.
Completes assigned goals.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Preferred: Master's preferred

Minimum: Certified by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB); Bachelor degree required

Experience

Preferred: 5 or more years

Minimum: 3 years

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE;CMD

Special Skills

Minimum: Advanced computer literacy skills.

About Baptist Memorial Health Care

At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.

At Baptist, We Offer:

Competitive salaries
Paid vacation/time off
Continuing education opportunities
Generous retirement plan
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Sick leave
Service awards
Free parking
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Education assistance/continuing education
Employee referral program

Job Summary:
Position: 2522 - Dosimetrist
Facility: BMH-Memphis Hospital
Department: ME Radiation Oncology Baptist Memphis
Category: Radiology & Imaging
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:TN:Memphis
Located in the Memphis metro area

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person