Sr. Medical Dosimetrist - HexaQuEST Global - Healthcare
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
About the Job
Job Description:
Very interested in a Traveler Dosimetrist that has experience with treatment planning in the Elekta Oncentra Brachytherapy System and/or HDR Brachytherapy experience so that they could help double check the physicist prior to treatment delivery. Please note this in your introductory note as these candidates will take top priority!
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
As a member of the radiation oncology team, the dosimetrist has the knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation treatment machines and equipment and is cognizant of procedures commonly used in brachytherapy.
Generates radiation dose distributions and dose calculations based on education and expertise in collaboration with the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program, or Certified as a Medical Dosimetrist
Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB).
Complies with existing national and state laws and institutional policies related to qualifications required to practice medical dosimetry in Colorado.
Skills:
Must be able to understand the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to derive computerized treatment plans and communicate these aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for plan revision and approval and to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation.
Treatment planning systems used are:
Mosaiq EMR
MIM for fusions, highly desired
Varian TrueBeam linac
Oncentra HDR
Varian Eclipse v15
Performs routine duties independent of supervision but consults with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required.
Operates and performs quality assurance on the treatment planning computer under the direction of the Medical Physicist
Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations pertaining to radiation therapy.
Has the ability to interpret and execute treatment plans as defined in relevant treatment protocols.
Must possess mathematical skills and knowledge including algebra, trigonometry, geometry and introductory calculus and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process.
Experience:
5+ years' experience in related field.
Housing Available:
Valley View has brand new studio apartments available, literally 1/2 block from the hospital for ***/month for a studio and ***/month for a 1 bedroom. Includes Wi-Fi, utilities, on-site laundry room and fully furnished. No deposit, just move in ready! Available to Travelers during their assignment. Contact HR Director, *** or call *** for more info and to secure your studio.
About Us
Located between Aspen and Vail, along the Colorado River, Glenwood Springs is a mecca for outdoor adventures in our beautiful mountains. When you are looking to relax, we also have the largest hot springs pool in the world. As a community with a population of about 10,000, Glenwood Springs is an ideal size.
Click here to learn more about our Calaway Young Cancer Center: Glenwood Springs, CO Oncologist | CYCC at Valley View (vvcancercenter.org)
At Valley View, our mission is to provide convenient, connected care to the communities of Western Colorado with scope, technology, and expertise that are rarely found in regional hospitals.
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
40 hours/week; working Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630.
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
5
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
40
Specialty Type:
Radiation Oncology
Sub Specialty:
Dosimetrist
Bilingual:
No
EMR Used:
No Listing
Holiday Coverage Required:
No
Very interested in a Traveler Dosimetrist that has experience with treatment planning in the Elekta Oncentra Brachytherapy System and/or HDR Brachytherapy experience so that they could help double check the physicist prior to treatment delivery. Please note this in your introductory note as these candidates will take top priority!
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
As a member of the radiation oncology team, the dosimetrist has the knowledge of the overall characteristics and clinical relevance of radiation treatment machines and equipment and is cognizant of procedures commonly used in brachytherapy.
Generates radiation dose distributions and dose calculations based on education and expertise in collaboration with the Medical Physicist and Radiation Oncologist.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program, or Certified as a Medical Dosimetrist
Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB).
Complies with existing national and state laws and institutional policies related to qualifications required to practice medical dosimetry in Colorado.
Skills:
Must be able to understand the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to derive computerized treatment plans and communicate these aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for plan revision and approval and to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation.
Treatment planning systems used are:
Mosaiq EMR
MIM for fusions, highly desired
Varian TrueBeam linac
Oncentra HDR
Varian Eclipse v15
Performs routine duties independent of supervision but consults with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required.
Operates and performs quality assurance on the treatment planning computer under the direction of the Medical Physicist
Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations pertaining to radiation therapy.
Has the ability to interpret and execute treatment plans as defined in relevant treatment protocols.
Must possess mathematical skills and knowledge including algebra, trigonometry, geometry and introductory calculus and be able to visualize objects in three-dimensional concepts to facilitate the treatment planning process.
Experience:
5+ years' experience in related field.
Housing Available:
Valley View has brand new studio apartments available, literally 1/2 block from the hospital for ***/month for a studio and ***/month for a 1 bedroom. Includes Wi-Fi, utilities, on-site laundry room and fully furnished. No deposit, just move in ready! Available to Travelers during their assignment. Contact HR Director, *** or call *** for more info and to secure your studio.
About Us
Located between Aspen and Vail, along the Colorado River, Glenwood Springs is a mecca for outdoor adventures in our beautiful mountains. When you are looking to relax, we also have the largest hot springs pool in the world. As a community with a population of about 10,000, Glenwood Springs is an ideal size.
Click here to learn more about our Calaway Young Cancer Center: Glenwood Springs, CO Oncologist | CYCC at Valley View (vvcancercenter.org)
At Valley View, our mission is to provide convenient, connected care to the communities of Western Colorado with scope, technology, and expertise that are rarely found in regional hospitals.
Position Urgency:
Normal
Shifts:
40 hours/week; working Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630.
State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience:
5
Minimum Guaranteed Hours:
40
Specialty Type:
Radiation Oncology
Sub Specialty:
Dosimetrist
Bilingual:
No
EMR Used:
No Listing
Holiday Coverage Required:
No
Source : HexaQuEST Global - Healthcare