Lead Dosimetrist

**Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.** **Work Shift:** Varies (United States of America) **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Compensation:** **Union Position:** No **Department Details** At Sanford, we are looking for a driven, mission minded Lead Dosimetrist who thrives on creating high quality, carefully crafted treatment plans that truly make a difference. You will be part of a team that lives out Sanford’s Patient Pledge in every interaction, listening intently, working collaboratively across disciplines, and ensuring patients feel confident and informed throughout their treatment journey. If you are energized by innovation, motivated by meaningful impact, and passionate about elevating patient care through exceptional planning, you will find Sanford Health to be the perfect place to grow and contribute. **Summary** Generates dose distributions accurately and calculates computerized isodose plans for the patient as prescribed by a radiation oncologist and directed by a medical physicist. **Job Description** Computes radiation dose distributions, generates isodose curves, and documents in the radiation oncology electronic record effectively. May provide direction or assistance with challenging simulation setups or custom treatment devices. Extensive knowledge of radiation, anatomy, normal tissue contouring, medical imaging fusion, and cross-sectional anatomy is required. Consults with and works as a part of a radiation oncology team to deliver individualized treatment. Must be able to perform dosimetry procedures with the department's treatment planning computers and protocols. Will act as a point of contact for the dosimetry staff and assist management in ensuring that all hardware/software, protocols, and standard operating procedures are satisfactory. The lead will work with management to ensure adequate staffing and resources on a daily basis, and direct the distribution of the patient workload within the dosimetry team. **Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate from an approved American Association of Medical Dosimetrist (AAMD) program, an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology, or of an Accredited School of Radiation Therapy preferred. Minimum of two years’ experience in radiation oncology and completion of dosimetry training and education by a medical physicist also required. Certification by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) is required. **Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.** **If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.**