Job Details

Dosimetrist

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

The posted compensation range of $52.02 - $77.38/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

• Obtains, evaluates and synthesizes pertinent clinical data, to facilitate external beam treatment planning. This includes but is not limited to 2D, 3D/4D, IMRT, SBRT, and SRS planning. Follows physician directives including revisions in order to achieve the intended outcome for patients in their course of treatment.
• Calculates the treatment unit setting and doses to various points of interest evaluating all variables.
• Assists physician and/or medical physicist when needed during brachytherapy planning and delivery.
• Oversees and assists in the design and fabrications of individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam modifying devices as prescribed.
• Accurately documents parameters associated with the radiation therapy process.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved hospital or university dosimetry program or currently has medical dosimetry certification.
• Graduation from an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology or a Radiation Therapy Technology Certification is preferred.
• Current MDCB license.
• Current healthcare provider BLS CPR certification.
• One - three years' experience in Dosimetry is preferred.
• One year of directly related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferred.
• Knowledge of Eclipse Treatment Planning system is preferred.

Where You'll Work

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. With more than 280 licensed beds, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization serving the health care needs of Hot Springs, Ark., and surrounding communities. CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock are two of just over 400 Magnet hospitals nationwide and two of just four in Arkansas. As a Magnet institution, CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs achieved Magnet status for the first time on October 14, 2020 and employs the highest standards of quality and ensures that patient care and safety are the top priority. Studies show that Magnet hospitals have better overall patient outcomes than non-Magnet hospitals.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.