• Perform or supervise the design and fabrication of immobilization devices, beam modifying devices and treatment planning aids
• Provide clinical training in dosimetry procedures for trainee therapists, dosimetrists, and technical staff. 
• In addition, the continuing education and training of the radiation therapists and students requires teaching practical aspects of dosimetry, simulation, and treatment device construction
• Responsible for submitting and updating physics and treatment planning charges
• Actively participate in Quality Assurance and Continuous Quality Improvement
• Maintain clinical proficiency in order to advise or assist staff therapists 
• Maintain expertise in treatment planning and the technical field as well as supervisory techniques
• Works in collaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist.
• Through knowledge of radiation oncology treatment machines and equipment and application of principles of physics, anatomy and radiobiology, the dosimetrist generates life-saving radiation therapy treatment plans
• Practicing radiation protection techniques to reduce radiation exposure not only to patients but also to staff and visitors

Skills: Device Fabrication, Clinical Training, Educational Teaching, Financial Management, Quality Assurance, Clinical Proficiency, Technical Expertise, Collaborative Practice

• Creating CT-based treatment plans in Eclipse with associated setup fields, DRRs and associated PlanSums and Verification plans 
• Coordination of treatment planning activities with the appropriate staff members.
• Attendance at patient chart rounds and new patient conferences.
• Coordination with other departments, i.e., CT / MRI / PET/Medical Oncology, on the studies and timing of the procedures needed to ensure good throughput.
• Coordination and scheduling of patients for the pre-treatment process, including localization, simulation, treatment planning, device preparation, and ARIA computer data entry of treatment setup parameters and dose action points.
• Posting of treatment planning related charges and field modification charges.
• Ordering supplies related to treatment planning activities.
• Assisting the physicist occasionally with patient QA measurements, and Linear Accelerator QA measurements.
• Performing secondary MU verification of treatment plans with Diamond monitor unit calculation software.
• Assisting with dosimetry instruction and training of therapists in current dosimetry techniques.
• Participation in quality review program to minimize risks and maximize quality of care.

Skills: CT Treatment Planning, Staff Coordination, Interdepartmental Coordination, Patient Scheduling, Financial Management, Supply Management, Quality Assurance, Educational Training

• Following the dose prescription specified by the radiation oncologist, plans a treatment technique by means of a computer and/or manual computations. 
• Coordinates treatments, simulations, and tumor localization including computer tomography for radiation therapy treatment planning. 
• Assists the radiation oncology team in incorporating 3D and 4D multimodality imaging through image registration, gating, and other contemporary technologies. 
• Assist in planning and in the fabrication of compensating filters, custom shields and other beam modifying devices. 
• Assist in the planning or the production of molds, casts and other immobilization aides. 
• May be assigned to more difficult treatment plans to do or supervise. 
• Assists in implementing and planning treatments according to Cooperative Group and internal Clinical Trials, including, but not limited to performing dry-run, benchmark and other QA activities, treatment coordination, treatment planning calculations, and data submission. 
• Participate in the outreach program for the department.
• Participation as appropriate in departmental and school wide committees and in professional organizations. 
• Provides technical assistance to the Radiation Physicist.
• Consults and provides new treatment planning techniques, devices and methods. 

Skills: Dose Computation, Treatment Coordination, Imaging Integration, Device Fabrication, Treatment Plan Execution, Clinical Trials Support, Outreach Participation, Technical Assistance

• Collaborates with medical physics staff, medical staff and radiation therapists in the development and introduction of new techniques in radiotherapy treatment. 
• Participates in providing training and development of treatment planning staff or other staff groups as clinicians, scientists and radiation therapists requiring training in treatment planning
• Teaches applied aspects of dosimetry to students, medical residents, and medical physics residents
• Provides support in clinical research in the development and implementation of new techniques and protocols. 
• Attends physicians' service or clinic rounds. 
• Performs patient education in collaboration with nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals. 
• Participates on hospital and/or department committees relevant to clinical practice. 
• Reviews subject-specific literature and presents information during medical staff rounds.
• Supervises the technology staff in the implementation of the treatment plan (correct use of the immobilization, compensators, wedges, field arrangement and other treatment parameters)
• Oversees and checks physical and electronic treatment documentation, data transfers and capture of record and verification data. 
• Develops and participates in research protocols pertaining to site-specific clinical practice.

Skills: Collaborative Development, Staff Training, Dosimetry Education, Clinical Research Support, Interdisciplinary Communication, Patient Education, Committee Participation, Supervisory Oversight

• Designs optimal patient treatment plans for cases of all complexity levels
• Registration and fusion of ancillary diagnostic imaging studies (PET, MRI) for use in the treatment planning process
• Collaborates with simulation therapists, physicians, and physicists in the CT simulation process
• Communication with teams involved in the treatment planning process
• Works with radiation therapists regarding treatment plan implementation including the correct use of devices, compensators, field arrangement, and other treatment variables
• Participates in ongoing departmental quality improvement initiatives
• Aids medical physicists in routine quality assurance
• Participates in continuing education in current treatment planning techniques and advances in medical dosimetry

Skills: Treatment Plan Design, Image Registration, Team Collaboration, Communication, Implementation Guidance, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance, Continuing Education

• Experience as a certified dosimetrist
• Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board or equivalent.
• Ability to use sophisticated computers and software.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Knowledge of simulation processes, treatment planning paradigms such as forward and inverse planning, in-vivo dosimetric measurements, and record and verify systems.
• Dosimetrist experience subsequent to achieving certification.
• A high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a computer.
• Requires normal or corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Extensive sitting and frequent walking.
• Ability to participate in assisting patients on and off treatment couches.

Qualifications: BS in Nuclear Medicine Technology with 4 Years of Experience

• Knowledge of treatment planning techniques, record and verify techniques, scheduling, physician protocols or (prerogatives), equipment and/or software operation, safety and quality control guidelines as acquired through clinical rotation of all treatment areas (machines) for a period of one year.
• Treatment planning and dosimetry skills as normally acquired in a one-year training program in medical dosimetry under the direct supervision of a medical physicist.
• Knowledge of health care informatics, including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. 
• High level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist.
• Ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.
• Technical skills in mathematics and physics as normally acquired in freshman and sophomore college-level coursework for science majors or in completing an accredited dosimetry program. 
• Skill and proficiency in the principles, concepts and techniques of the dosimetry profession, such proficiency as normally acquired through completion of an accredited dosimetry program.

Qualifications: BS in Health Physics with 5 Years of Experience

• Experience in dosimetry 
• Certification as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) 
• Advanced expertise in radiation dosimetry gained through education and practical experience
• Knowledge of radiation physics, radiation therapy equipment, human anatomy, oncology principles, radiobiology, radiation safety, and computer skills
• Able to read, write, and speak in English with professional quality
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
• Be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
• Work calmly and respond courteously even when under pressure
• Think critically, work independently with minimal supervision, perform basic math functions, manage multiple assignments effectively, problem solve, organize and prioritize workload, recall information with accuracy, pay close attention to details
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care

Qualifications: BS in Radiologic Science with 3 Years of Experience

• Experience as radiation therapist ORB.S
• Ability to use treatment planning computer
• Familiarity with Windows and spreadsheet and wordprocessing software
• Ability to learn other computer programs
• Familiarity with various radiation measuring devices such as electrometers ion chambers and TLDs
• Ability to use simple hand tools Registered by Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) 
• Radiation Therapy training certificate or Associates degree in Radiation Therapy
• Must meet the education requirements of the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) for Certified Medical Dosimetrists (CMDs).
• Experience with RaySearch, MOSAIQ, and HDR treatment planning.
• Previous work experience as a radiation therapist
• Experience working with a Practice Management system.

Qualifications: BS in Medical Physics with 3 Years of Experience

• Experience with Eclipse and Precision treatment planning systems
• Experience in Radiation Oncology treatment planning preferred medical Dosimetrist Certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
• Has high-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Has the ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.
• Has mathematical skills including algebra, trigonometry, and introductory calculus.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.
• Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. 
• Has working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other regulatory agencies.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Qualifications: BS in Radiation Therapy with 4 Years of Experience