Ascension
Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist
Develop and administer radiation therapy treatment plan under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist. Design a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume. Assist with or perform the application of a specific method of dosimetry, including intracavitary and the interstitial brachytherapy procedure. Assist with or perform the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices. Provide technical support for radiation protection procedure and qualitative machine calibration of equipment. Maintain radiation safety for self, co-worker, and patient in accordance with NRC guidelines. Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and perform special projects related to dosimetry. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Medical Dosimetrist credentialed from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board obtained within 36 months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date required. Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Bachelors/Master Degree or in current Dosimetry program. Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Develop and administer radiation therapy treatment plan under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist. Design a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume. Assist with or perform the application of a specific method of dosimetry, including intracavitary and the interstitial brachytherapy procedure. Assist with or perform the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices. Provide technical support for radiation protection procedure and qualitative machine calibration of equipment. Maintain radiation safety for self, co-worker, and patient in accordance with NRC guidelines. Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and perform special projects related to dosimetry. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certified Medical Dosimetrist credentialed from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board obtained within 36 months (3 years) of hire date or job transfer date required. Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Bachelors/Master Degree or in current Dosimetry program. Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.