Dosimetrist

Higher Talent Healthcare is currently seeking a qualified Dosimetrist, for an exciting full time, permanent opportunity on behalf of our client, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services. This position will be located at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Who We Are
NL Health Services employs over 21,000 professionals across the province in five geographical zones. We know that it is our people that make our organization great. Health care attracts smart, caring individuals who want to make a difference and help people. We are looking for compassionate professionals to come join us in helping provide health services and quality care in our communities.

The Community
Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged beauty, breathtaking coastlines and “salt of the earth” people will draw you in. The culture, the character and the comfort you will experience here will make you feel truly at home. A perfect place to put down roots while building a practice, this province offers a mix of modern amenities, historical charm and nature’s wonders all in one – just what the doctor ordered, you might say.

The Opportunity
The Dosimetrist is responsible for:

• Performing highly specialized and clinical work as a member of the radiation oncology team in the development of treatment plans for oncology patients undergoing radiation therapy treatment, and in accordance with established policies and standards of practice.
• Clinical activities in the CT simulator, and radiation treatment units.
• Consulting with physicians regarding goals of treatment, including treatment volumes and organs at risk.
• Performing image registration/fusion.
• Contouring organs at risk for treatment and devising optimal radiation beam arrangements.
• Organizing workload and coordinating resources in the department to ensure all aspects of a patient’s radiation treatment plan are completed prior to treatment.
• Performing quality assurance checks of the Electronic Medical Record by following established policies and procedures, maintaining records of check, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Performing quality assurance checks of treatment plans created by non-certified Dosimetrists.
• Consulting with Radiation Therapists, Medical Physicists and Radiation Oncologists on optimal treatment parameters.
• Facilitating weekly Planning Quality Assurance Rounds and Radiation Oncologist Peer Reviews.
• Providing support, teaching and technical advice to non-certified Dosimetrists, Radiation Therapists and Students.
• Working in mould room fabricating patient specific radiation therapy accessories such as custom beam modifying devices.Dosimetrists report to the Division Manager of Medical Physics.At the Corner Brook location, Dosimetrists may be required to perform all radiation therapist duties including CT simulator and/or the radiation treatment unit.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved/accredited degree/diploma in Radiation Therapy is required.
• Current and continuing certification with the Canadian Association for Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) in Radiation Therapy is required.
• Successful completion of the CAMRT Dosimetry Certificate (CDC) OR current and continuing registration as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) with the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) is required.
• A minimum of three years’ experience within the last five years working in Radiation Therapy or Dosimetry is required.
• In-depth knowledge of treatment planning and the physical principles of dose calculation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of departmental, organizational, and professional standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy, ability to prioritize workload, strong time management skills, and strong decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor others.
• Demonstrated commitment to NL Health Services’ values of innovation, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.
• Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Compensation/Hours and Incentives
Hourly: $48.77 to $58.64 per hour ($38.12 – $47.99 base rate plus $10.65 pensionable market differential*

The following Sign on incentives are available and can be combined:
1. Signing bonus up to $10,000
2. Come Home incentive up to $60,000
3. Relocation support

Hours of Work: 70 bi-weekly (8-hour days)

For more information, please contact us at healthcare@highertalent.ca

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We embrace diversity. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills are encouraged to apply. Applicants considered for the position will be subject to a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. This opportunity is open to both candidates legally entitled to work in Canada as well as candidates meeting the immigration requirements to relocate.