Dosimetrist job at Cardinal Health in FL
Title: Dosimetrist - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Location:
Cancer Care of North Florida: Radiation Oncology
4520 West US Highway 90
Lake City, FL 32055
Remote work is available for this role.
Job Description:
This position is a full time position and will include a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Hours are typically Monday through Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm.
What Dosimetry contributes to Cardinal Health
Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. In this treatment, radiation beams are carefully directed at the cancer from a machine that moves around your body.
The Dosimetry job family ensures radiation machines are accurate and correctly calibrated to prioritize patient safety.
Responsibilities
Designs an effective 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 prescription.
Experience and understanding on contours per guidelines.
Ensures dose-limiting structures are considered in the design of treatment plans and documents dose in accordance with Radiation Oncologist prescription.
Verifies patient prescription, diagnosis, and identification and accurately designs treatment plan with care; respecting patient privacy and rights. Maintains proper communication with the patient and rest of the radiation oncology team. Reports to the designated personnel of any unusual events in plans, and assists in emergency treatments if any. Strictly observes radiation safety measures for the patient and staff.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment plans and related documents.
Effectively participates in Quality Assurance and Improvement activities.
Effectively communicates with Radiation Therapists in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed treatment; documents all pertinent information in the patient record and verifies the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Medical Physicist.
Actively participates in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques.
Ensures ongoing participation in continuing education in the areas of current treatment planning techniques and advances in dosimetry.
Qualifications
4-8 years of experience, preferred
Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Certified Medical Dosimetrist - certification or eligible for certification
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Works on complex projects of large scope
Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
Anticipated salary range: $94,900 - $157,295
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Location:
Cancer Care of North Florida: Radiation Oncology
4520 West US Highway 90
Lake City, FL 32055
Remote work is available for this role.
Job Description:
This position is a full time position and will include a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Hours are typically Monday through Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm.
What Dosimetry contributes to Cardinal Health
Radiation is a medical specialty that uses radiation to treat cancer and alleviate symptoms, and it can also be used for certain non-cancerous conditions. In this treatment, radiation beams are carefully directed at the cancer from a machine that moves around your body.
The Dosimetry job family ensures radiation machines are accurate and correctly calibrated to prioritize patient safety.
Responsibilities
Designs an effective 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 prescription.
Experience and understanding on contours per guidelines.
Ensures dose-limiting structures are considered in the design of treatment plans and documents dose in accordance with Radiation Oncologist prescription.
Verifies patient prescription, diagnosis, and identification and accurately designs treatment plan with care; respecting patient privacy and rights. Maintains proper communication with the patient and rest of the radiation oncology team. Reports to the designated personnel of any unusual events in plans, and assists in emergency treatments if any. Strictly observes radiation safety measures for the patient and staff.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment plans and related documents.
Effectively participates in Quality Assurance and Improvement activities.
Effectively communicates with Radiation Therapists in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed treatment; documents all pertinent information in the patient record and verifies the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Medical Physicist.
Actively participates in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques.
Ensures ongoing participation in continuing education in the areas of current treatment planning techniques and advances in dosimetry.
Qualifications
4-8 years of experience, preferred
Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Certified Medical Dosimetrist - certification or eligible for certification
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projects
May contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Works on complex projects of large scope
Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectives
Completes work; independently receives general guidance on new projects
Work reviewed for purpose of meeting objectives
May act as a mentor to less experienced colleagues
Anticipated salary range: $94,900 - $157,295
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
#LI-JKM
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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