Dosimetrist

Dosimetrist PLEASE NOTE

this is NOT a remote role, and we are looking for someone who will work out of our cancer center in Las Cruces.

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• this is a PRN role that will assist with coverage when our full-time staff is out. Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Dosimetrist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute A Dosimetrist who excels in this role rrovides medical dosimetry services for patient treatment planning in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist’s prescription.
• Additional responsibilities include: Devises a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation that will deliver the prescribed dose to a defined tumor volume in collaboration with the medical physicist. Performs dose calculations and assures complete, accurate, and timely recording of all data on all charts and forms. Instructs the technical staff in the implementation of the treatment plan. Assists in planning of compensating filters, custom shields, wedges, blocks, and other beam modifying devices in collaboration with the Medical Physicist. Assists in the selection and evaluation of purchase requests involving radioactive materials or radiation producing equipment. Maintains records of daily treatment and other records as required. Records charges accurately for procedures performed and submits charges in the Record & Verify system. Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment. Observes radiation safety measures for patient and personnel. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers
• Financial &
• Career
• Growth: 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee
• Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional
• Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we’re looking for Applicants should have an associate degree in a related field.
• Additional requirements include:
• Licenses: Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) (within 6 months);
• ARRT (T)
• Radiation
• Therapy
• Registry (Preferred)
• Work
• Experience: 3 years as Medical Dosimetrist preferred Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing tara.baker@lpnt.net. More about Memorial Medical Center Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

• Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
• Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
• We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
• We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
• We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
• We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.