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Dosimetrist, Coral Gables

University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, United States

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R100084403## **Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click

to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The UHealth system at the University of Miami

has an exciting opportunity for a full time Dosimetrist in the UHealth Radiation Oncology Department.**SUMMARY**Generate teletherapy and brachytherapy isodose plans for radiation therapy treatments. Assist with special procedures, i.e., fabricate customized radiation treatment accessories, in-vivo dosimetry, prepare sealed-radioactive source and assist with brachytherapy procedures, etc. Assist radiation oncologists during conventional or 3-D simulation to ensure appropriate treatment plans. Assist physicist with radiation machine quality assurance procedures.**JOB FUNCTIONS*** Generate isodose plans for teletherapy (conventional, 3-D conformal and IMRT) and for brachytherapy (interstitial and intracavitary).* Assist in planning and performing special procedures; fabricate compensators, custom blocks and other assisting devices for treatment.* Assist the radiation oncologists during simulations (conventional or virtual 3-D) to acquire all information necessary for developing proper treatment plans.* Assist the physicists in the preparation and care of radioactive sources and applicators for interstitial and intracavitary brachytherapy; function as assistant to the radiation oncologist in the absence of the oncology nurse; and assist in the radiation safety survey and monitoring related to radioactive source implant procedures.* Coordinate other departmental personnel during dosimetry-related interactions.* Capture and verify all billing codes related to dosimetry procedures and those assigned special procedures.* Assure quality assurance of patient’s setup parameters.* Prepare daily set-up notes and review all patient treatment records to verify that all functions and entries conform to the prescription ordered by the radiation oncologist and inform the radiation physicist, radiation oncologist, and chief therapist of any discrepancies.* Assist the physicist in procedures related to radiation machine periodic QA, IMRT QA, etc.* Available to assist Radiation Therapist when appropriate. Perform other related duties as assigned.*This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.***Minimum Qualifications (Essential Requirements):*** At least three years of full time experience in dosimetry* Eligible for certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board* MDCB certification preferred* Proton experience preferred but not essential## ***Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.******#LI-CM1***The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click

for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**H17The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit

to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr