Duke Department of Population Health Sciences
Dosimetrist
Duke Department of Population Health Sciences, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Duke Department of Population Health Sciences . Work Arrangement: On-Site Requisition Number: 260465 Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Regular or Temporary: Regular Date: Sep 10, 2025 About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. This Position is Eligible for up to $8,000 Relocation Reimbursement and $10,000 Commitment Bonus Responsibilities
Assist in localization procedures, using CT or conventional radiographic techniques. Obtain patient contours and assist in outlining of anatomical structures and the target volume in three dimensions. Discuss with the physician the aim of the treatment, including planned tumor dose and maximum acceptable doses to normal tissue. Generate isodose distributions via computer and perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose. Present these to the physician and discuss alternatives. Label plans with anatomical directions. Participate in continuing education in the area of current treatment planning techniques and advances in medical dosimetry. Calculate required treatment time or monitor setting for delivery of prescribed dose. Prepare treatment aids and beam modifying devices, including head holders, molds, shields, cradles, compensators, and others as needed. Assist in verification of treatment plans through treatment simulation using CT or conventional radiographic techniques. Assist the therapist staff in the implementation of treatment plans. Enter treatment parameters in record/verify system. Assist in routine quality control program to include weekly chart checks, chart rounds, etc. Participate in clinical research for the development and implementation of new treatment techniques. Provide treatment-planning instruction to staff, residents, and students as required. Assist in record keeping and documentation of treatment parameters for all patients undergoing radiation therapy. Maintain inventory of radioactive substances. Correctly load and unload radioactive substances into designated devices as prescribed by a physician. Assist in localization procedures of intracavitary or interstitial sources or seeds. Document and perform patient billing information accurately and in a timely manner. Incorporate compliance with department, hospital, and state policies and procedures into patient care and treatment planning. Required Qualifications At This Level
Education: A graduate of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program. Board eligible with certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) within two years of graduation from the program. Bachelor's degree preferred. OR A Certified Medical Dosimetrist with two years of dosimetry experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. Senior Dosimetrist: Must also have a minimum of 10 years of experience. Experience
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Certified as Medical Dosimetrist (C.M.D.) Essential Information
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: N/A Distance/Location Notes: Nearest Major Market – Durham; Nearest Secondary Market – Raleigh Equal Opportunity
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Additional
Nearest Major Market: Durham • Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Join to apply for the
Dosimetrist
role at
Duke Department of Population Health Sciences . Work Arrangement: On-Site Requisition Number: 260465 Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Regular or Temporary: Regular Date: Sep 10, 2025 About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. This Position is Eligible for up to $8,000 Relocation Reimbursement and $10,000 Commitment Bonus Responsibilities
Assist in localization procedures, using CT or conventional radiographic techniques. Obtain patient contours and assist in outlining of anatomical structures and the target volume in three dimensions. Discuss with the physician the aim of the treatment, including planned tumor dose and maximum acceptable doses to normal tissue. Generate isodose distributions via computer and perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose. Present these to the physician and discuss alternatives. Label plans with anatomical directions. Participate in continuing education in the area of current treatment planning techniques and advances in medical dosimetry. Calculate required treatment time or monitor setting for delivery of prescribed dose. Prepare treatment aids and beam modifying devices, including head holders, molds, shields, cradles, compensators, and others as needed. Assist in verification of treatment plans through treatment simulation using CT or conventional radiographic techniques. Assist the therapist staff in the implementation of treatment plans. Enter treatment parameters in record/verify system. Assist in routine quality control program to include weekly chart checks, chart rounds, etc. Participate in clinical research for the development and implementation of new treatment techniques. Provide treatment-planning instruction to staff, residents, and students as required. Assist in record keeping and documentation of treatment parameters for all patients undergoing radiation therapy. Maintain inventory of radioactive substances. Correctly load and unload radioactive substances into designated devices as prescribed by a physician. Assist in localization procedures of intracavitary or interstitial sources or seeds. Document and perform patient billing information accurately and in a timely manner. Incorporate compliance with department, hospital, and state policies and procedures into patient care and treatment planning. Required Qualifications At This Level
Education: A graduate of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program. Board eligible with certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) within two years of graduation from the program. Bachelor's degree preferred. OR A Certified Medical Dosimetrist with two years of dosimetry experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. Senior Dosimetrist: Must also have a minimum of 10 years of experience. Experience
Please see Education Qualifications above Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Certified as Medical Dosimetrist (C.M.D.) Essential Information
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: N/A Distance/Location Notes: Nearest Major Market – Durham; Nearest Secondary Market – Raleigh Equal Opportunity
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Additional
Nearest Major Market: Durham • Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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