Proton Dosimetrist
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Little Rock, AR - USA
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Bachelors degree plus certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) or eligible after completion of a JRCERT-accredited program in Medical Dosimetry
Certification as a Medical Dosimetrist by the Medical Dosimetry Certification Board (MDCB) within 18 months of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
MDCB certification
Technical skill in mathematics and physics as normally acquired in freshman and sophomore college level coursework for science majors or in completing an accredited dosimetry dosimetry program. Math coursework should include 2 semesters of algebra one semester of pre-ca pre-calculus and one semester of calculus. Math coursework requirements may be for waived for appropriate amount of amount of workplace experience obtained by working in the medical dosimetry field.
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Designs patient treatment plans and prepares dose calculations by using computers calculators and manual techniques for external beam treatment planning.
Consults with physicians and therapists to ensure accurate patient information and dose calculations.
Collaborates with radiation therapy staff to assess and improve patient treatments and/or set-up techniques.
Shares results and recommendations with their supervisor as appropriate.
Assists radiation therapists with patient set-up procedures at the treatment machine and/or simulator as needed.
Completes proper records patient data forms planning documents and billing information logs.
Checks patient charts for accuracy and proper documentation according to established procedures.
Monitors and adheres to general radiation safety guidelines.
Participates in clinical research and quality improvement processes as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
