What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Dosimetrist position at Ansible Government Solutions?
Overview
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a Medical Dosimetrist to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center located at 5901 E. 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822. The schedule is typically Monday-Friday, 0800-1630 with an option of compressed schedule of 10-hour shifts/4 days week, 0700-1730 and call.
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.
Responsibilities
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a Medical Dosimetrist to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center located at 5901 E. 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822. The schedule is typically Monday-Friday, 0800-1630 with an option of compressed schedule of 10-hour shifts/4 days week, 0700-1730 and call.
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.
Responsibilities
- Design treatment plans using computer and/or manual computation to deliver prescribed radiation doses
- Collaborate with Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists in treatment planning for various modalities, including SRS/SRT, HDR brachytherapy, IMRT, IGRT, and LDR brachytherapy
- Consider dose-limiting structures in treatment plan designs and document doses in accordance with Radiation Oncologist prescriptions
- Assist with treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices, including CT and MRI
- Plan and oversee fabrication of compensating filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices
- Assist in planning and supervise production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices
- Support radiation therapy staff in implementing treatment plans, including the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangements, and other treatment variables
- Perform calculations for prescribed dose delivery and document in patient files
- Verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using established systems
- Provide dosimetry and technical support to Medical Physicists in radiation protection, qualitative and quantitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of radiation therapy equipment
- Assist in the application of specific dosimetry methods, including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurements as directed by Medical Physicists
- Participate in quality assurance activities and peer review processes
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all treatment planning activities
- Stay current with evolving technologies and treatment techniques in radiation oncology
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Dosimetry, Radiation Therapy, or related field
- Certification as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB)
- Minimum of 2 years of continuous work experience within the last 3 years as a Medical Dosimetrist
- Proficiency in:
- Varian Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam with Brain Lab and Rapid Arc or equivalent)
- Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT
- Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record & verify system
- Treatment modalities including SRS, SRT, SBRT, and IMRT
- IMRT QA systems (e.g., MapCheck, ArcCheck)
- CT Simulators (e.g., GE Discovery)
- Experience in a healthcare system with ACR or APEx certification preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
- Ability to pass a government background check and complete required VA training
All candidates must be able to:
- Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
- Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
- Lift up to 20 lbs
- Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
- Push/pull with 30 lbs of force
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
