Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access to I290 and I55.

Loyla Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion—to also treat the human spirit.

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

**$5k Sign-On Bonus Available**

External candidates only

Hybrid Role:

Hours:

• Monday - Friday
• Days
• Area: Radiation Oncology-Dosimetry
• Location: Maywood, IL; occasion travel to other sites may be required
• Hybrid role: on-site 2-3 days per week/other days working remote

About the Job

In this role, the Dosimetrist, in collaboration with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop, generate, and evaluate treatment plans using computer software and manual calculations based on prescribed target region and avoidance dose criteria. The dosimetrist may use a wide variety of patient imaging modalities registered to the planning images, which assists in the identification of physician delineated target structures and critical structures to be avoided.

What youll do

• Following the dose prescription specified by the radiation oncologist, plans a treatment technique and isodose distribution by means of computer and/or manual computations that will deliver a prescribed dose to a defined tumor volume. Methods of planning include both 2-D and 3-D conventional, IMRT, VMAT and SBRT. Transfers treatment plans, treatment parameters to record & verify system. Tasks consist of following treatment objectives, identifying patient anatomic and physical limitations in order to generate the best possible radiation treatment. Complete treatment plans accurately and in a timely manner based on complexity.
• Properly manages simulation and diagnostic imaging in order to accurately identify and contour anatomy for the treatment planning purposes.
• Assists in the planning of the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices while assisting and/or consulting during treatment simulation
• Consults and communicates with the radiation therapist in the implementation of the treatment plan (correct use of immobilization devices, field arrangement, and other treatment parameters as needed).
• Performs various quality assurance activities and maintains related documentation, including being an active participant in chart rounds.
• Effectively communicates plan details with physicians and staff; able to offer alternative solutions
• Teaches applied aspects of dosimetry to radiation therapy, dosimetry and other students rotating through the department. Assists in clinical research for the development and implementation of new techniques.
• Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose, documents all pertinent information in the patient record, and verifies the accuracy of all calculations by an approved method

Here is what youll need

Minimum Required:

• Bachelors Degree
• Specify Degree(s): Medical Dosimetry
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience
• Completion of the training in Medical Dosimetry involves hands on training in creation of treatment plans

Preferred:

• Masters Degree

Licensure/Certifications

Required:

• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from the American Heart Association only
• Certification in Medical Dosimetry

Perks & Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Daily Pay NEW
• Competitive Shift Differentials 
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.