Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs in Missouri

Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist calculates computerized isodose plans for radiation oncology patients. Computes standard dose calculations and determines computerized generation of isodose curves for external beam hyperthermia and brachytherapy radiation treatment programs. Being a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist calculates treatment machine settings, documents calculations, and records treatment data in therapy chart. Interprets physician prescriptions to develop a therapeutic treatment plan. Additionally, Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist typically requires completion of a training program in medical dosimetry and ARRT registration in radiation therapy. Requires a bachelor's degree of physical or biological sciences. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dosimetrist - DePaul Radiation Oncology
  • SSM Health
  • Bridgeton, MO FULL_TIME
  • It's more than a career, it's a calling

    MO-SSM Health 3440 DePaul Drive

    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Job Highlights:

    *$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available* (Sign on bonuses are for qualified external candidates)

    M-F Days, Salaried, 36/hrs per week.

    Full-Time Dosimetrist role, DePaul Radiation Oncology - Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD), Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board required within 24 months of starting.

    Job Summary:

    Develops and administers radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of physicist and radiation oncologist.

    Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Designs a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume.
    • Assists with or performs the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
    • Assists with or performs the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
    • Provides technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment.
    • Maintains radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines.
    • Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry.
    • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

    • Performs other duties as assigned.


    EDUCATION

    • Associate's degree


    EXPERIENCE

    • No experience required

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
    • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
    • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
    • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
    • Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
    • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
    • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
    • Rare climbing.

    Licenses / Certifications:

    Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB), FUTURE - Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) within 24 months - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB), Radiation Therapist - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

    Work Shift:

    Day Shift (United States of America)

    Job Type:

    Employee

    Department:

    4240000128 Physics/Dosimetry

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:
    36

    SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

  • 2 Days Ago

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Radiation Therapist - Radiation Therapy - Bonus
  • CoxHealth
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Summary Job Summary A care giver with responsibility/accountability for providing correctly delivered ionizing radiation therapy treatment to patients, accurately following Radiation Oncologist’s pres...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Radiation Therapy Technologist
  • Mercy
  • Cape Girardeau, MO PER_DIEM
  • We’re a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts o...
  • 25 Days Ago

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RN - Radiation Therapy - Days
  • Mercy
  • Saint Louis, MO FULL_TIME
  • Radiation OncologyFull TimeMonday - Friday, NO Holidays or Weekends Radiation Oncology cares for and delivers radiation treatments to cancer patients. We are an outpatient department located in David ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - Radiation Therapy
  • CoxHealth
  • Springfield, MO PART_TIME
  • Summary Job Summary A care-giver who assumes responsibility/accountability for oncology patients for a designated time frame. Educates patients to the action, benefits, and side effects of radiation t...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Radiation Therapy Supervisor
  • BJC
  • Saint Louis, MO FULL_TIME
  • Additional Information About the RoleBarnes-Jewish Hospital is hiring a Radiation Therapy Supervisor! Do you have an R.T.(T) and are looking to get into leadership of brachytherapy operations? Schedul...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Dosimetrist
  • Holy Cross Health Fl
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • At the Michael and Dianne Bienes Comprehensive Cancer Center we offer state of the art treatment and a coordinated appro...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dosimetrist
  • Freeman Health System
  • Joplin, MO
  • Our Mission To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solut...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Medical Dosimetrist
  • The University of Kansas Hospital
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Position Title Certified Medical Dosimetrist Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion Position Summary / Career Interest: The m...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dosimetrist - Dosimetrist
  • ORNurses
  • Portland, OR
  • Go further with the best Benefits & Perks Package our industry has to offer. We provide everything you need to ensure yo...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dosimetrist - Dosimetrist
  • ORNurses
  • Modesto, CA
  • Go further with the best Benefits & Perks Package our industry has to offer. We provide everything you need to ensure yo...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dosimetrist-Radiation Dosimetrist
  • Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY
  • Syracuse, NY
  • Apply Job Type Full-time Description Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY (HOACNY), voted one of Central New York's Bes...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Medical Dosimetrist - Dosimetrist
  • Trusted Health
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamline...
  • 5/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Dosimetrist
  • UCHealth
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Description Location: UCHealth Parkview Medical Center, US:CO:Pueblo Department: Radiation Oncology FTE: Part Time, 0.5,...
  • 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist jobs
$116,101 to $137,624

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