Memorial Healthcare System
Dosimetrist - Physics - FT - Days - MCI
Memorial Healthcare System, Florida, New York, United States
Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Memorial Healthcare System is dedicated to improving health, well-being and quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary Develops and assists with the administration of radiation therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist.
Responsibilities
Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and fields to a defined tumor volume.
Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
Assists with or performs quality assurance of radiation treatment plans.
Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of the radiation oncology equipment.
Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
Competencies ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RADIATION TREATMENT PLANNING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements Accredited Program (Required). BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association. Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB).
Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimum supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist with dosimetry training or graduate from a Medical Dosimetry Program. Additional Education: Dosimetry Training Program or Radiation Therapy. Additional Certification: CMD from MDCB or Radiation Technologist with dosimetry training or graduate from a Medical Dosimetry Program.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping = 80%
Keyboard Entry = 80%
Kneeling = 80%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Reaching = 80%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
Sitting = 80%
Squatting = 60%
Standing = 80%
Walking = 80%
Audible Speech = 80%
Hearing Acuity = 80%
Depth Perception = 80%
Distinguish Color = 80%
Seeing - Far = 80%
Seeing - Near = 80%
Radiation = 80%
Potential Electric Shock = 80%
Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
Latex = 60%
Computer Monitor = 80%
Hazardous Noise = 0%
Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
Hypoxia = 0%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
Radiation = 80%
Shift Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. It indicates the general nature and level of work performed.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. Candidates should discuss actual pay rates with Memorial Healthcare System recruiters during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We recruit, hire and promote qualified candidates without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We offer Veteran’s Preference to former military personnel and related status; indicate status on your application.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. For reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net
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Memorial Healthcare System is dedicated to improving health, well-being and quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary Develops and assists with the administration of radiation therapy treatment plans in collaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist.
Responsibilities
Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and fields to a defined tumor volume.
Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
Assists with or performs quality assurance of radiation treatment plans.
Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of the radiation oncology equipment.
Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
Competencies ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RADIATION TREATMENT PLANNING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education And Certification Requirements Accredited Program (Required). BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association. Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB).
Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimum supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Radiation Therapist with dosimetry training or graduate from a Medical Dosimetry Program. Additional Education: Dosimetry Training Program or Radiation Therapy. Additional Certification: CMD from MDCB or Radiation Technologist with dosimetry training or graduate from a Medical Dosimetry Program.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping = 80%
Keyboard Entry = 80%
Kneeling = 80%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
Reaching = 80%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
Sitting = 80%
Squatting = 60%
Standing = 80%
Walking = 80%
Audible Speech = 80%
Hearing Acuity = 80%
Depth Perception = 80%
Distinguish Color = 80%
Seeing - Far = 80%
Seeing - Near = 80%
Radiation = 80%
Potential Electric Shock = 80%
Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
Latex = 60%
Computer Monitor = 80%
Hazardous Noise = 0%
Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
Hypoxia = 0%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
Radiation = 80%
Shift Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. It indicates the general nature and level of work performed.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. Candidates should discuss actual pay rates with Memorial Healthcare System recruiters during the hiring process.
Memorial Healthcare System is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We recruit, hire and promote qualified candidates without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We offer Veteran’s Preference to former military personnel and related status; indicate status on your application.
Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. For reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net
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