Medical Dosimetrist- HYBRID REMOTE

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Dosimetrist on our Radiation Oncology team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center.

Responsibilities

The Medical Dosimetrist is a member of the radiation oncology team. The medical dosimetrist is responsible for patient data acquisition, radiation treatment design, and manual and computer-assisted calculations of radiation dose distributions. In consultation with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, the medical dosimetrist generates and documents the chosen treatment plan for each patient, upon the radiation oncologist final approval. The medical dosimetrist, under the direct supervision of the medical physicist and radiation oncologist may also assist with various aspects of the treatment planning and Quality Assurance program. The medical dosimetrist will report to the radiation oncology medical physicist on clinical treatment matters and to the on-site administrator for all other matters. At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients. Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine. Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. The compensation range for the role is $120,167 - $150,209 annual salary. Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• A graduate of formal university, college, or hospital-based Dosimetry program of nine months duration or longer, and a year of practical supervised experiences (For a total of 24 months’ duration).

Minimum Experience:

• Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) certificate and a college degree preferred with a minimum of two years as a staff working medical dosimetrist.

Required Certification/Registration:

• A degree in the physical or biological sciences with on the job training in dosimetry for 12 months under the supervision of a Medical Dosimetrist, Medical Physicist, and Radiation Oncologist, and one additional year practical, supervised experience in radiation therapy dosimetry.

Physical Requirements:

• Sits a considerable part of the day.
• Considerable mental, and visual demands.
• Considerable mental strength required.
• Must be alert, in control of equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.

Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary. Workplace type Hybrid Apply To This Job