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About the positionResponsibilities• Generate radiation therapy treatment plans using computer software and various imaging modalities; demonstrating strong attention to detail.• Identify and delineate anatomy and anatomical positioning on various imaging modalities.• Identify the need to create compensation filters, custom shields, and other beam modifying devices.• Perform patient specific quality assurance activities under the direction of the medical physicist.• Complete treatment plans accurately and in a timely manner based on complexity.• Adapt to the ever-changing technology and be open to learning new systems and techniques.• Perform or assist in the planning of the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices while assisting and/or consulting during treatment simulations as necessary in accordance with state laws.• Effectively communicate plan details with physicians and staff; able to offer alternative solutions.• Consult and communicate to the therapist staff regarding the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.• Document treatment planning and quality assurance tasks accurately.• Transfer treatment plans, treatment parameters, field DRR's, and setup photos and notes to the ROIS (record & verify system).• Understand the transfer process and verify treatment planning information post transfer.• Accurately enter codes for technical treatment planning and quality assurance tasks.• Perform general computerized tasks, such as word processing, using spreadsheets, moving and altering files and directories, and performing data backup.• Assist in intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures and in the subsequent manual and/or computer calculation of the dose distributions of these treatments after being appropriately credentialed by the medical physicist.• Perform quality assurance procedures on treatment planning system, linear accelerator, and brachytherapy device under the supervision of the medical physicist.• Perform radiation protection, qualitative machine calibrations, and quality assurance of the radiation oncology equipment under the supervision of the medical physicist.• Teach applied aspects of medical dosimetry to students and residents, as assigned.Requirements• Credentials as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD)• A minimum of two-year experience in a clinical setting is preferred.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Team spirit and the desire and interest to implement new technologies.Benefits• Salary Range: $135,000-$179,000

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