Dosimetrist

And Qualifications: Under general supervision, the Medical Dosimetrist provides dosimetry support for the radiation oncology department in accordance with established policies and procedures of the Trident Health System. The job will also include participation in morning meetings, weekly chart review, participation in process improvements and other responsibilities as required by management. In collaboration with the physicians, director, physicist, radiation therapist and patients he/she performs the following tasks: Designs treatment plans by means of computer and/or manual computation that will deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription to a defined tumor volume. Consider dose-limiting structures in the design of treatment plans and document dose in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription. Coordinate treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices, including CT, MRI, and PET when indicated, for radiation oncology treatment planning. Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields, wedges, and other beam modifying devices. Supervise, perform, or assist in the planning of the production of moulds, casts, and other immobilization devices. Supervise the therapist staff in the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement, and other treatment variables. Perform calculations for the accurate delivery of the Radiation Oncologist's prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record, and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Medical Physicist. Provide physics and technical support to the Medical Physicist, in radiation protection, qualitative machine calibrations, and quality assurance of the radiation oncology equipment. Supervise, perform, or assist in the application of specific methods of dosimetry including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurement as directed by the Medical Physicist. Participate in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques. Participate in continuing education in the area of current treatment planning techniques, and advances in medical dosimetry.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required (CMD) Certified Medical Dosimetrist or certification eligible required 3 years experience as Medical Dosimetrist preferred Basic Cardiac Life Support required

Benefits: HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Founded in 1975, HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital has been serving patients and families throughout Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties for 50 years. As a 320+ bed Level II Trauma Center, HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services, advanced specialty care, and 24/7 emergency treatment, earning recognition as the#1 Trauma Center in the Lowcountry. Key Highlights Award-winning Heart Center Home to the South Carolina Institute for Robotic Surgery Comprehensive breast health services through the Trident Breast Care Center Features the Joseph M. Still Burn Clinic, the region’s only outpatient burn clinic for patients of all ages Provides 24/7 Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage Healthgrades Five-Star recipient for cardiovascular care, neurosciences, critical care, and patient safety outcomes Expanded Emergency Access In addition to emergency departments at Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center, the health system operates four freestanding emergency rooms (FSERs) offering 24/7 emergency care: Brighton Park Emergency (Summerville) Centre Pointe Emergency (North Charleston) James Island Emergency (Charleston) Moncks Corner Medical Center (Berkeley County) Long Point Free Standing ED coming soon! Together, these facilities provide convenient, around-the-clock access to emergency services across the greater Charleston region. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.