Chief Dosimetrist

Chief Dosimetrist

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Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

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Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluation and rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, cognitive deficits, dysphagia, and voice disorders in a variety of settings including acute care, inpatient rehab, and outpatient rehab. Patient populations may include neonatal, adult, and geriatrics.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design a treatment plan by means of computer and/or manual computation with optimal beam geometry to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and spare critical structures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription.

• Identify and contour normal and dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more data sets. Assumes proficiency in image registration with various image data sets to include CT, MRI and PET

• Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for portal verification and treatment delivery to include DRRs, CBCTs and other IGRT methods, as specified.

• Supervise, perform, or assist in simulations and tumor localization using specified imaging devices including, but not limited to CT, MRI, and PET.

• Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning and implementation of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices.

• Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning and implementation of the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices.

• Communicate with the radiation therapist(s) and assume an advisory role in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment or imaging parameters.

• Perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record, and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations by an approved method

• Provide assistance and technical support to the Medical Physicist, in radiation safety and protection, qualitative machine calibrations, quality assurance of treatment plans and radiation oncology equipment.

• Operates and performs quality assurance, under the direction of the Medical Physicist, on the treatment planning computer(s).

• Supervise, perform, or assist in the application of specific methods of patient and/or beam dosimetry as directed by the Medical Physicist.

• Assist in brachytherapy procedures by performing treatment planning and dose calculations. May perform or assist in the receiving, loading, and shipping of radioactive materials.

• Utilize radiation monitoring devices to measure radioactivity and perform assays.

• Teach applied aspects of medical dosimetry to students, radiation therapists and residents as delegated if such programs exist and use MSMC as a foundation for learning.

• Participate in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques and any clinical trials in conjunction with the Research Department's personnel.

• Participate in continuing education as required for maintaining all current registries, licensures and certifications.

• Assist with the implementation and revision of policies and procedures for Dosimetry and Radiation Therapy functions.

• Be readily available for consultation with all staff regarding proper set up, treatment method, treatment planning and outcome to be achieved for patients in Radiation Oncology.

Qualifications:

• Certified by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) Currently Licensed in the state of Florida as RT (T) is preferred.

• Masters Degree in Medical Dosimetry from a JCERT accredited dosimetry program

• Three years of clinical Medical Dosimetry experience preferred. Minimum of 5 years of simulation and treatment experience as a Registered Technologist in Radiation Therapy (RT(T) is preferred

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability coverage

• Healthcare spending accounts

• Retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Pet Insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• Wellness program

• On-site housing for select positions and more!