Dosimetrist

Job Title: Dosimetrist

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Radiation Oncology

Req #: 0000265766

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $74,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Dosimetrist - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Dosimetrists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, precision, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Dosimetrist role ensures precise and accurate treatment plans, dosage calculations, and dosimetry considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy.

A typical day for a Dosimetrist may include:

• Knowledgeable application of treatment planning process on the 3D, IMRT, proton, SBRT planning techniques
• Quality Assurance of treatment planning system .
• Manual second calculation checks.
• Weekly chart rounds and planning rounds Quality Assurance.
• Ensuring that all aspects of the department are implemented in accordance with all regulatory standards and hospital policies.
• Utilizing sound judgement and independent thinking to handle complex and crisis situations.

This role might be for you if:

• You prioritize the patient as number one and put forth the utmost quality in duties performed as Staff Dosimetrist.
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy partnering closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, therapists, and other members of the care team
• You're detail oriented and comfortable balancing precision, clinical judgement, and efficiency in a fast-paced setting
• You're confident using treatment planning systems and committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient safety

To be considered for this Dosimetrist opportunity, you must:

• Baccalaureate degree preferred with emphasis in the sciences.
• Two years-practical hospitals experience necessary with current Radiation Oncology experience preferred.
• Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board: Certified Medical Dosimetrist or board eligible.
• Computer background, office routine familiarity and strong knowledge of anatomy from various imaging modalities, and medical terminology