Dosimetrist
Customer Value Partners (CVP)
Long Beach, CA
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

CVP is seeking a skilled Medical Dosimetrist to join our team in providing essential radiation oncology services for the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach, CA. This role is crucial in developing optimal treatment plans for cancer patients, working closely with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists to ensure the best possible outcomes for our nation's veterans.

Location: Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, 5901 E. 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822.

Clinic Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 - 4:00 pm.

Period of Performance: 5/18/25- 5/17/30.

Pay Rate: $64.04/hour.

Responsibilities

• Design treatment plans using computer and/or manual computation to deliver prescribed radiation doses.
• Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists in treatment planning for various modalities, including SRS/SRT, HDR brachytherapy, IMRT, IGRT, and LDR brachytherapy.
• Consider dose-limiting structures in treatment plan designs and document doses in accordance with Radiation Oncologist prescriptions.
• Assist with treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices, including CT and MRI.
• Plan and oversee fabrication of compensating filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices.
• Assist in planning and supervise production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices.
• Support radiation therapy staff in implementing treatment plans, including the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangements, and other treatment variables.
• Perform calculations for prescribed dose delivery and document in patient files.
• Verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using established systems.
• Provide dosimetry and technical support to Medical Physicists in radiation protection, qualitative and quantitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of radiation therapy equipment.
• Assist in the application of specific dosimetry methods, including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurements as directed by Medical Physicists.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and peer review processes.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all treatment planning activities.
• Stay current with evolving technologies and treatment techniques in radiation oncology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Dosimetry, Radiation Therapy, or related field.
• Certification as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB).
• Minimum of 2 years of continuous work experience within the last 3 years as a Medical Dosimetrist.
• Proficiency in:
o Varian Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam with Brain Lab and Rapid Arc or equivalent).
o Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT.
o Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record & verify system.
o Treatment modalities including SRS, SRT, SBRT, and IMRT.
o IMRT QA systems (e.g., MapCheck, ArcCheck).
o CT Simulators (e.g., GE Discovery).
• Experience in a healthcare system with ACR or APEx certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Ability to pass a government background check and complete required VA training.