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Dosimetrist-Certified
Ascension • Brookfield, WI 53045 • Posted 30+ days ago
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The Certified Dosimetrist at Ascension's Sherman Cancer Center in Brookfield, WI, is responsible for developing and administering radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist. This role involves designing treatment plans to deliver prescribed radiation doses and fields to defined tumor volumes, assisting with or performing brachytherapy procedures, fabricating beam modifying devices, and maintaining radiation safety in accordance with NRC guidelines. The position offers a full-time schedule and a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
Responsibilities
- Develop and administer radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist.
- Design a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume.
- Assist with or perform the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
- Assist with or perform the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
- Provide technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment.
- Maintain radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines.
- Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry.
Qualifications
Required
- Medical Dosimetrist credentialed from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience.
About Ascension
Ascension is a healthcare brand offering personalized care and services including finding a doctor, accessing patient portals, paying bills, and job searches. They operate in over 19 states, providing compassionate care close to home and promoting diversity and inclusion through their ABIDE framework. The company is committed to addressing healthcare disparities and advocating for a more just society.
Full Job Description
Details
- Department: Radiation Oncology
- Schedule: Full-time
- Hospital: Sherman Cancer Center
- Location: Brookfield, WI
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
Responsibilities
Develop and administer radiation therapy treatment plans under the direction of medical physicist and radiation oncologist.
- Design a treatment plan to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field to a defined tumor volume.
- Assist with or perform the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including intrecavitary and interstitial brachytherapy procedures.
- Assist with or perform the fabrication of beam modifying devices and immobilization devices.
- Provide technical support for radiation protection procedures and qualitative machine calibrations of equipment.
- Maintain radiation safety for self, co-workers and patients in accordance with NRC guidelines.
- Assist physicist in the design and implementation of research activities and performs special projects related to dosimetry.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Medical Dosimetrist credentialed from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
Why Join Our Team
Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
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