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US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities
Dosimetrist - Plano, TX
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A Medical Dosimetrist generates radiation treatment plans, develops radiation dose calculations, communicates and supervises the treatment plan implementation, and consults with members of radiation oncology team.
$109,327 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Dosimetrist - Plano, TX US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Texas, Plano Jul 06, 2026
Overview Texas Oncology is looking for a Medical Dosimetrist to join our Texas Oncology - Plano West Radiation Team! Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. This role will join our Texas Oncology - San Antonio region Radiation team consisting of 4 clinics supported by 6 dosimetrists, 5 physicists,14 radiation therapists, and 5 radiation oncologists. Travel to the sites could be required. More information on travel and site coverage will be provided during the interview. Why work for us? Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patients diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program, and discounts on some of your favorite retailers. In collaboration with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, 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. Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities: Must be able to generate radiation therapy treatment plans in a timely manner using computer software and various imaging modalities, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
Must be able to adapt to ever-changing technology and be open to learning new systems and techniques.
Must be able to perform routine duties independent of supervision but consult with the Radiation Oncologist and Medical Physicist as required.
Must be able to consult and communicate with the therapists regarding the implementation of the treatment plan including: the correct use of immobilization devices, field arrangement, and other treatment variables.
Must be able to perform or supervise the design and fabrication of immobilization devices, beam modifying devices (i.e., compensating filters, bolus, molds, custom shields, etc.) and treatment planning aids.
Strong experience with Varian LINACs, Eclipse TPS, ARIA, RadCalc, EZFluence, ClearCheck, AutoContour, and MiM Software are a plus Qualifications The ideal candidate for the Medical Dosimetrist will have the following minimum qualifications: Credentials as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficient in planning VMAT, IMRT, SBRT/SRT, and 3D plans
Prior work in a Varian linear accelerator environment a plus