Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Medical Dosimetrist-Radiation Oncology Warrenville Full Time Days
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Warrenville, Illinois, United States, 60555
Medical Dosimetrist – Radiation Oncology – Warrenville – Full Time – Days
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Salary The salary range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00 per hour. Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part‑time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
Paid time off and Holiday pay
Job Description This is a Full‑Time, salaried position at 40 hours per week located at the Cancer Center in Warrenville.
The Medical Dosimetrist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
Develop computer generated treatment plans to deliver radiation to the prescribed tumor volume.
Coordinate with radiation oncologist, nursing and therapists for treatment simulation.
Understand and manage imaging artifacts due to motion or prosthesis, imaging parameters, and image fusion.
Have comprehensive understanding of anatomy for contouring normal structures in coordination with Radiation Oncologists.
Expertise in site specific treatment planning and full knowledge of software modules, dose calculation algorithms, interplay between treatment parameters and dose accuracy.
Monitor Unit calculation in photon and electron beam.
Communicate with treatment team regarding plan implementation, including patient setup, immobilization devices, bolus, compensators, wedges, and field arrangements.
Provide support to therapists for DRR, kV and portal images, and other imaging parameters.
Understand advanced treatment planning techniques (beam modulation, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, KBP, protons).
Prepare treatment plan documentation and transfer fields to record and verify system.
Knowledge of making photon and electron blocks, bolus and treatment aids.
Accurate billing of patient codes per planning/procedures.
Participate in Dosimetry Rounds/Chart Rounds and staff/department meetings as scheduled.
Communicate with outside institutions for radiation dose files, dose summations and composite documentation.
Participate in orientation and education of new students and staff members.
Assist in ensuring all patients are treated safely and timely.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff promoting a positive work environment.
Maintain competencies and complying with continuing education requirements of credentialing agencies.
Qualifications Required
Bachelor of Science degree and successful completion of a JRCERT accredited Medical Dosimetry program of at least 12 months.
No professional experience required. New graduates of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program will be considered.
Eligible for certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board and will complete the MDCB Certification within first 3 years of employment.
Preferred
Master’s degree.
Three years’ experience in a clinical Radiation Oncology department.
Excellent computer skills, preferably including use of XiO, Raystation, Eclipse, Precision/Tomotherapy, Pinnacle, Monaco, GE Advantage Sim, RadCalc, Mosaiq, MIM, and/or Velocity.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
Teaching skills an plus.
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
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1 day ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
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Salary The salary range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00 per hour. Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part‑time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
Paid time off and Holiday pay
Job Description This is a Full‑Time, salaried position at 40 hours per week located at the Cancer Center in Warrenville.
The Medical Dosimetrist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities
Develop computer generated treatment plans to deliver radiation to the prescribed tumor volume.
Coordinate with radiation oncologist, nursing and therapists for treatment simulation.
Understand and manage imaging artifacts due to motion or prosthesis, imaging parameters, and image fusion.
Have comprehensive understanding of anatomy for contouring normal structures in coordination with Radiation Oncologists.
Expertise in site specific treatment planning and full knowledge of software modules, dose calculation algorithms, interplay between treatment parameters and dose accuracy.
Monitor Unit calculation in photon and electron beam.
Communicate with treatment team regarding plan implementation, including patient setup, immobilization devices, bolus, compensators, wedges, and field arrangements.
Provide support to therapists for DRR, kV and portal images, and other imaging parameters.
Understand advanced treatment planning techniques (beam modulation, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, KBP, protons).
Prepare treatment plan documentation and transfer fields to record and verify system.
Knowledge of making photon and electron blocks, bolus and treatment aids.
Accurate billing of patient codes per planning/procedures.
Participate in Dosimetry Rounds/Chart Rounds and staff/department meetings as scheduled.
Communicate with outside institutions for radiation dose files, dose summations and composite documentation.
Participate in orientation and education of new students and staff members.
Assist in ensuring all patients are treated safely and timely.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff promoting a positive work environment.
Maintain competencies and complying with continuing education requirements of credentialing agencies.
Qualifications Required
Bachelor of Science degree and successful completion of a JRCERT accredited Medical Dosimetry program of at least 12 months.
No professional experience required. New graduates of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program will be considered.
Eligible for certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board and will complete the MDCB Certification within first 3 years of employment.
Preferred
Master’s degree.
Three years’ experience in a clinical Radiation Oncology department.
Excellent computer skills, preferably including use of XiO, Raystation, Eclipse, Precision/Tomotherapy, Pinnacle, Monaco, GE Advantage Sim, RadCalc, Mosaiq, MIM, and/or Velocity.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
Teaching skills an plus.
Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
Hospitals and Health Care
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