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Medical Dosimetrist II at University of Southern California

Last updated: January 29, 2024

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Title Medical Dosimetrist II
Company University of Southern California
Location Los Angeles, CA
Description Medical Dosimetrist IIApply (https://usc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ExternalUSCCareers/job/Los-Angeles-CA---Health-Sciences-Campus/Medical-Dosimetrist-II_REQ20122285/apply) Keck School of Medicine Los Angeles, California

The Medical Dosimetrist II must design, develop, and implement radiation treatment plans through the use of computer and/or manual computations to deliver prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique in accordance with the radiation oncologist's prescription.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Calculates prescribed radiation doses and develops field placement techniques in accordance with the radiation oncologist’s prescription. Prepares organ and tissue contours for patient treatment planning.
  • Develops new techniques to optimize treatment simulation, planning, evaluation and delivery, following and training others in all departmental billing and compliance procedures. Interacts with vendors, ensuring smooth implementation of all technology.
  • Participates in clinical research, collecting and submitting data. Performs basic

physical and technical support for equipment and software, and stays current with existing and emerging techniques, devices, and methods.

  • Coordinates treatment simulations and tumor localizations on dedicated devices (e.g., CT, MRI, X-Ray, and PET, etc.) when indicated, for radiation treatment planning.
  • Trains other dosimetrists in relevant software and treatment planning techniques. Instructs students and residents in applied aspects of medical dosimetry.

Remote and hybrid work options are available

The hourly rate range for this position is $68.66- $82.38. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Specialized/technical training Minimum Experience: 3 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Three years of clinical experience. Working knowledge of radiation therapy planning systems (e.g., Varian Eclipse). Demonstrated understanding of radiation and current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills.

REQ20122285 Posted Date: 01/12/2023
Citation United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA)
Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)
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