Medical Dosimetrist-Oncology Casual Days

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.

We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Medical Dosimetrist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs all treatment planning aspects at a foundational-level competency with excellence, providing the highest quality care possible to all patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Medical Dosimetrist is responsible for developing treatment plans utilizing 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SFRT, or SRS modalities and calculating dose to deliver radiation to a defined tumor/target volume as prescribed by the radiation oncologist. May include specialty modalities such as protons, TBI, TNI, CSI, pediatrics Provide support for treatment simulation and setup Comprehensive understanding of anatomy delineation for contouring normal structures in coordination with Radiation Oncologists Perform image fusions with secondary images such as diagnostic CTs, MRIs, PET, etc.

Understanding of Monitor Unit (MU) dose calculation algorithms, normalization, beam arrangement, treatment techniques in photon and electron treatments with consideration to tissue inhomogeneity, imaging artifacts, and patient internal/external devices Evaluate plan isodose lines, DVH, and dose composites ensuring high quality and safe treatments Fuse previous radiation treatment dose and apply dose accumulations and bioequivalence calculations as needed Preparing treatment plans per clinical trial specifications as departmental enrollment Documentation of treatment plan, dose composites, plan parameters and patient setup Accurate transfer of treatment and setup fields to record and verify system Fabricate photon and electron blocks and assist with block room up keep, if applicable Accurate billing of patient codes per planning/procedures On a regular basis, the Medical Dosimetrist will participate in Chart Rounds and staff/department meetings as scheduled Import/Export DICOM dose files and treatment plan documentation with NM/outside facilities and ensure accurate data transfer Maintains competencies and complies with continuing education requirements of credentialing agencies Can help act as educator to students/residents Expected to cover dosimetry duties at other NM locations as needed up to level of current job code Other duties as assigned by leadership Required : Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) through the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board or board eligible and will receive certification within 18 months Bachelor’s degree Special Skills: Technical problem solving.

Ability to multitask and be self-directed. Ability to work flexible hours if needed. Good communication skills, initiative, and team spirit. Preferred: Education Master’s degree Special Skills: Excellent computer skills, preferably including use of Raystation, Eclipse, Precision, and/or MIM. Strong understanding of anatomy and ability to contour complex organs at risk.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Adobe products. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.

Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Click on or copy and paste URL to your browser to view detailed benefits information https://jobs.nm.org/benefits Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.