Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist (Dosimetrist)

About the Role

Medical Dosimetrists are fully functional dosimetrists with knowledge and experience applying an advanced level of treatment planning and dosimetry procedures. They serve as integral team members for complex treatment planning, QA verifications, weekly chart checks, and training on all aspects of the Record and Verify System.

Responsibilities

• Familiarity with treatment management and planning software: Eclipse, ARIA, and CPRS.
• Experience with treatment techniques: electrons, 3D conformal (3DCRT), IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS, and SRT, including Hyperarc planning.
• Experience with treatment sites: CNS, head and neck, lung, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, GYN, and extremities.
• Perform ISO placement and assist radiation therapists during CT simulation.
• Calculate monitor units and apply knowledge of critical structures and their tolerances.
• Design multiple treatment plans using cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, and tumor knowledge.
• Import/export diagnostic images for image fusion in treatment planning systems.
• Prepare CT scans for physicians and discuss treatment planning instructions.
• Contour normal structures and enter treatment data into planning computers.
• Initiate complex treatment planning using advanced techniques.
• Compute radiation doses and maintain awareness of tissue tolerance.
• Draft and submit isocentric plans for oncologist approval.
• Create set-up fields and prepare data for treatment.
• Perform emergency treatment plans after hours as needed.
• Document treatments in patient charts and capture activity codes.
• Participate in CT simulation and provide instruction for complex cases.
• Communicate with radiation therapy technologists and maintain records.
• Perform physics duties: patient-specific QAs, in-vivo dosimetry, PQI projects, and accreditation preparation.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or eligibility under VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency.
• Bachelor's degree and graduation from a JRCERT-accredited medical dosimetry program (minimum 12 months) or equivalent.
• Certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD).
• ARRT(T) certification for therapeutic radiologic technologist duties (if applicable).
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency by approved organizations.

Grade Determinations (GS-12)

• One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Knowledge of radioactive resource care and use.
• Skill in communication, leadership, and staff training.
• Ability to perform complex treatment procedures and resolve equipment errors.
• Ability to follow protocols and ensure compliance with governing bodies.
• Proficiency in radiation measurement methods and QA procedures.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands include standing, lifting, carrying, sitting, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Personal protective equipment and annual TB screening/testing may be required.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM. This is not a virtual position.

Incentives

Relocation and recruitment incentives are authorized in accordance with agency policy.