MEDICAL DOSIMETRIST

performs routine treatment planning, and treatment time/MU calculation for patients undergoing radiation therapy.

• Verifies patient's radiation treatment prescription and ensures that all input data needed to facilitate the delivery of the prescribed dose is accurately recorded in the patient's chart. 
• Performs manual or computer treatment planning dose calculation for patients undergoing external radiation treatment or brachytherapy.
• Performs direct patient's dose delivery confirmation measurements using the thermoluminescent dosimeters or other available dosimetry system.
• Performs weekly chart checks for correctness of radiation dose delivery record and dose summation. 
• Performs routine quality assurance tests on radiation treatment planning workstations and dose calculation computers. 
• Assists Radiation oncologists during patient simulation to provide optimal patient treatment. 
• Assists the immediate supervisor in job-related activities as assigned.
• Participates in Department/Unit specific and Hospital wide quality improvement plan preferred.

Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Physics or Radiation Therapy or related discipline from a recognized institution is required. 

Two (2) years of experience in Medical Dosimetry or related field with Master's, or four (4) years with Bachelor's Degree is required. 

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