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Dosimetrist, Per Diem-Day, Somerville NJ

RWJBarnabas Health • Somerville, NJ • 2d ago

Dosimetrist, Per Diem-Day, Somerville NJReq #:0000201163

Category:Radiology and Imaging

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJ Somerset

Department:Radiation Oncology

Location:

RWJUH Somerset, 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified Dosimetrist. This role will be reporting to the Chief physicist of Radiation Oncology ensures precise and accurate treatment plans, dosage calculations, and dosimetry considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Qualifications:

Required:

Baccalaureate degree preferred with emphasis in the sciences.

Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board: Certified Medical Dosimetrist or board eligible.

Computer background, office routine familiarity and strong knowledge of anatomy from various imaging modalities, and medical terminology

Preferred:

Current Radiation Oncology experience preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

Day Shift

Per Diem Schedule

Essential Functions:

Applies knowledge of growth and development over the life span.

Complete billing using the correct codes for the documents created and the plans performed.

Consider dose-limiting structures in the design of treatment plans and document dose in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.

Coordinate treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices, including CT, MRI, and PET when indicated, for radiation oncology treatment planning including fusion of multiple modality images.

Design a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation that will deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription to a defined tumor volume.

Develop and maintains working knowledge of the operation of the various computer systems. Insures prompt and efficient use of all systems including Aria, ECLIPSE, Synapse , Velocity, PACS.

Participate in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques, including IMRT, proton and stereotactic radiotherapy and radiosurgery techniques.

Participate in continuing education in the area of current treatment planning techniques, and advances in medical dosimetry. Remain current in the field of Dosimetry and make recommendations based on new developments in processes, techniques or applications that offer clinical and administrative improvements in dosimetry for the Radiation Oncology Service.

Perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the Radiation Oncologist's prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record, and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Medical Physicist.

Provide physics and technical support to the Medical Physicist, in radiation protection, qualitative machine calibrations, application of specific methods of dosimetry including ion chamber,TLD or film measurement, and quality assurance of the radiation oncology equipment as directed by the Medical Physicist.

Supervise the therapist staff in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.

Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, custom bolus, wedges, and other beam modifying devices, and assist in planning and production of molds, aquaplasts, diaphragm compression settings, and other immobilization devices.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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