Proton Dosimetrist University of Utah Health - 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $127,191 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Benefits from day one Retirement plan Qualifications Certified Medical Dosimetrist Full Job Description Overview Be a part of our GROWING Dosimetry Department and work 100% remotely There are so many great reasons to work at Huntsman Cancer Institute at U of U Health! We are currently building our second Mevion Proton Machine paired with Raystation treatment planning system and need to add an experienced Proton Dosimetrist to the team. Apply today! Located in beautiful Salt Lake City and set against the backdrop of the snow-covered Wasatch Mountains, we are located within minutes of 7 world-class ski resorts. Experience 4 seasons, hiking, biking, and several National Parks. The Radiation Oncology department has a tradition of academic and clinical excellence and occupies a spacious 30,000 square feet on the ground floor of the beautiful Huntsman Cancer Hospital on the University of Utah Salt Lake campus. The successful candidate will possess strong proton planning skills and a passion for delivering high quality, state of the art treatments while being supported with a team of 14 faculty Radiation oncologists, 15 Nurses, 12 Dosimetrists & 15 Medical Physicists along with over 30 Radiation Therapists. $4,000 SIGN

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The program provides a signing bonus for newly hired external candidates at a 0.50 FTE or greater. Competitive Salary We are thrilled to share the entry level salary is $127,191 annually. We calculate compensation based on years of service.

Highlights of this job include:

The Mountain West's only NCI-Designated Cancer Center Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits including Medical & Dental benefits on day one, generous PTO, robust retirement plan, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance. Career Ladder based on training and competencies. We are proud to offer cutting edge technology with several Varian Truebeams, a Varian Halcyon, Aria EMR, and Mevion proton therapy to treat cancer patients from all over Utah and surrounding states. We are a teaching institution—we are affiliated with Weber State University and take pride in training future generations. As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA This position ensures precise and accurate treatment plans, dosage calculations and dosimetry considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview:

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Responsibilities Essential Functions Designs treatment plans by means of computer and/or manual computation with optimal beam geometry to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and spare critical structures in accordance with the Radiation Oncologist's prescription. Identifies and contours normal and dose-limiting structures by utilizing images from one or more data sets. Assumes proficiency in image registration with various image data sets to include CT, MRI and PET. Creates and transfers reference images and localization markers for portal verification and treatment delivery to include DRRs, CBCTs and other IGRT methods, as specified. Supervises, performs or assists in Simulations and tumor localization using specified imaging devices including, but not limited to, CT, MRI and PET. Supervises, performs or assists in the planning and implementation of the fabrication of compensation filters, custom shields and other beam modifying devices. Supervises, performs or assists in the planning and implementation of the production of molds, casts and other immobilization devices. Communicates with the radiation therapists and assumes an advisory role in the implementation of the treatment plan, including the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangement and other treatment or imaging parameters. Performs calculations for the accurate delivery of the prescribed dose, document all pertinent information in the patient record and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations by an approved method. Teaches applied aspects of medical dosimetry to students, radiation therapists, and other staff. Participates in continuing education. Participates in quality improvement processes.

Knowledge / Skills

/ Abilities Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policy and procedures manuals. Qualifications Licenses Required Current credential as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist by the American Association of Medical Dosimetry or obtain within 24 months of hire. Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department. Qualifications (Preferred) Preferred Three (3) years of dosimetry experience, or the equivalency. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Physical Requirements Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Sitting, Speaking, Standing Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed To inquire about this posting, email: EEO Statement University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/ The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Requisition Number 86274 Reg/Temp Regular Employment Type Full-Time Shift Day Work Schedule Monday-Friday 7:30-4pm MST (30 minute lunch break) Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital Workplace Set Up Remote City

SALT LAKE CITY

State UT Department

COR ISC 05A TALENT ACQUISITION

Category Radiology/Imaging Workplace Set Up Remote