Medical Dosimetrist II, Radiation Oncology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2025
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Works under moderate supervision to provide technical expertise in radiation therapy treatment planning, operating radiation equipment and radioactive sources commonly employed, and measuring and generating radiation dose distributions and calculations under direction of Radiation Therapy Physicist and/or Radiation Oncologist. Performs treatment planning of complex plans, as well as 2D, 3D, IMRT, VMAT and SBRT cases. Consults with physicians to explain and review details, then finalize plan as agreed upon. Provides technical assistance to medical physicists, radiation therapists and physicians regarding implementation of treatment plans which they have created. Follows and participates in development of dosimetry team's policies, procedures and quality assurance methods. May teach aspects of dosimetry to therapy and dosimetry students, medical residents and physics residents. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree in physical or biological science, Experience 3 years clinical experience as Medical Dosimetrist Licenses and Certifications (CMD) Certified Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) JOB DUTIES Performs treatment planning of complex plans, as well as 2D, 3D, IMRT, VMAT and SBRT cases. Consults with physicians to explain and review details, then finalize plan as agreed upon. Provides technical assistance to medical physicists, radiation therapists and physicians regarding implementation of treatment plans which they have created. Follows and participates in development of dosimetry team's policies, procedures and quality assurance methods. May teach aspects of dosimetry to therapy and dosimetry students, medical residents and physics residents. May be involved in clinical research or development and implementation of new techniques under the supervision of the Director of Treatment Planning . Keeps current on new treatment planning techniques, devices, and methods. Knowledge of all aspects of radiation therapy including patient setups, treatment devices and machine limitations. Follow clinical protocols as described in protocol guidelines and submit data (when required) in a timely manner. Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!