Certified Medical Dosimetrist

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Company: The University of Kansas Health System

Location: Kansas City, KS 66102

Description:

Position Title

Certified Medical Dosimetrist

Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The medical dosimetrist is responsible for the "radiation dose distributions and dose calculations" used in radiation therapy. Dosimetrists must have thorough knowledge in the areas of cancer treatment and brachytherapy. The dosimetrist helps prescribe the radiation in precise doses necessary to treat the cancer without harming healthy tissue and organs near the tumor. Designing the treatment plan for the cancer patient is a key responsibility of the dosimetrist.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
  • Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
  • These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.


Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelors Degree in Physics OR
  • High School Graduate


Preferred Education and Experience
  • Prior Medical Dosimetry experience
  • Associates Degree in Radiation Therapy


Required Licensure and Certification
  • MDCB


Time Type:
Full time

Job Requisition ID:
R-42675

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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