Dosimetrist

DosimetristAt Houston Methodist, the Dosimetrist position is responsible for creating and documenting radiation treatment plans, determine treatment dimensions, and promoting the implementation of the treatment plans for radiation therapy patients. This position participates in the simulation, dose computations, treatment plans, immobilization and other aspects of treatment planning for patients receiving external beam radiation therapy. The Dosimetrist position has knowledge of the physical and geometric characteristics of the radiation delivery equipment and human anatomy as they relate to radiation therapy anatomy contouring.Qualifications:Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations sectionExperience:No experienceLicenses and Certifications Required:CMD - Certified Medical Dosimetrist (MDCB) - Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board_PSVSkills and Abilities:Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesPossesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiation Oncology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documentsExhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workersAdapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solvingEssential Functions:Appropriately communicates to facilitate patient care in regards to treatment planning/including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment or imaging parameters.Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.Uses open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.Supplemental Requirements:Uniform: YesScrubs: YesBusiness professional: YesOther (department approved): YesOn Call* YesMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area YesCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.