Sr Dosimetrist
Where You’ll Work Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus. Job Summary and Responsibilities St. Joseph's is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare, while helping the underserved through clinics, community grants and outreach programs. We are currently seeking a Senior Dosimetrist to join our Radiation Oncology Team! Patient treatment planning including 2-D, 3-D, IMRT, VMAT, SRS, SBRT, HDR, and other brachytherapy procedures. Assists in orientation and training new dosimetrist(s) and radiation therapist(s). Provides support to the therapists for complex treatment set-ups. Assists physicists in data collection and quality checks. Assists the physics team in quality improvement methodologies and quality assurance. Assists in instruction and training of Radiation Therapists, nurses, and medical students in physics and dosimetry related subjects. Offers suggestions and assists the Radiation Oncologist for optimal treatment planning procedures and protocols. Job Requirements MINIMUMBachelor's degreeFive years experience as Certified Medical Dosimetrist Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) PREFERREDMasters degreeOne year as a Radiation Therapist Apply tot his job