Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist (Dosimetrist)

<p>Medical Dosimetrists are fully functional dosimetrists with knowledge and experience applying an advanced level of treatment planning and dosimetry procedures. Medical Dosimetrists serve as integral team members for complex treatment planning, QA verifications, weekly chart checks and ability to train on all aspects of the Record and Verify System.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Familiarity with different treatment management and planning software: Eclipse, ARIA and CPRS are highly preferred. Following department Naming convention for all dosimetry chart preparation. Recent experience with various treatment techniques such as electrons, 3D conformal (3DCRT), Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) and both, Stereotactic Radiation Surgery and Therapy (SRS/SRT), are required for this position, including familiarity with Hyperarc planning for SRT/SRS cases. Recent experience with various treatment sites including but not limited to CNS, head and neck, lung, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, GYN and extremities. Performs ISO placement and assists radiation therapists as needed during CT simulation. Ability to carry out assigned task independently, such as ability to calculate the needed monitor units according to radiation oncologist prescription with distributions of the dose to be delivered in various ratios applying extensive knowledge of critical structures and their tolerances to accurately deliver the prescribed dose. Ability to apply in depth knowledge of anatomy, especially cross sectional, physiology, and numerous types of tumors and their routes of spread to design multiple plans for oncologist approval and selection. Proficiency in importing/exporting diagnostic images from the hospital/internal systems (Brainlab, Varian, PACS servers) to treatment planning systems to perform image fusion with the treatment planning scan. Ensures CT/4DCT scans are promptly delivered to dosimetry for image formatting to assure smooth patient flow. Prepares CT scans for physicians to draw tumor volumes. Contours normal structures, enters treatment fields and vital beam data into a treatment planning computer in a timely and accurate manner. Initiates complex treatment planning utilizing the most up to date technology available including 3D conformal, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS and SRT techniques. Accurately computes radiation dose to individual ports, tumors, spine and other necessary body structures to ensure quality treatment to patients, and safety to tissue tolerance. Conscientiously maintains awareness of dose - tissue tolerance. Drafts several isocentric plans, as required, with emphasis on quality of dose distribution, using dosimetric knowledge and creativity. Submits best plan choices to the radiation oncologists and aids in determining best treatment method for specific patients on an individual basis. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 08:00am - 04:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 82718F, Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist (Dosimetrist)</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.