Medical Dosimetrist
Palomar Health·Escondido, California
Palomar Health·Escondido, California
Perform all dosimetry functions for Radiation Oncology patients and assist with treatment planning. Implement and execute quality assurance protocols to ensure the accuracy of patient treatments.
Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board to perform all dosimetry functions for Radiation Oncology patients.
Assist with all treatment planning functions and the implementation and execution of quality assurance in the treatment of each patient.
Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.
Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
Job Requirements Minimum Education: Successful completion of American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD) approved medical dosimetry training as required by Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) Preferred Education: Successful completion of American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD) approved medical dosimetry training as required by Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 years as a medical dosimetrist in radiation oncology Preferred Experience: 5+ years as a medical dosimetrist in radiation oncology Required Certification: Certified Medical Dosimetrist (MDCB) Preferred Certification: Not Applicable Required License: Not Applicable Preferred License: Not Applicable
Requires certification from the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board and completion of AAMD approved training. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience as a medical dosimetrist.
Market context
California employers typically look for certified medical dosimetrists with several years of hands-on treatment planning experience, so demand is often strongest where radiation oncology services are busy or specialized. These roles are competitive because certification, AAMD-approved training, and experience with complex planning workflows are commonly expected; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and recent planning experience before applying.