Aldevra
Location
Seattle, Washington
The Certified Medical Dosimetrist is responsible for generating accurate radiation treatment plans and performing dose calculations in accordance with physician prescriptions. They will also oversee medical dosimetry functions, quality assurance activities, and assist with treatment simulations and tumor localization.
Candidates must be certified by the Medical Dosimeter Certification Board (MDCB) and possess at least two years of continuous work experience. The role requires specific experience with Varian Linear Accelerators, the Eclipse planning system, and adherence to ACR, ASTRO, and AAPM standards.
Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) Reports to: Operations Manager Employment Status: Temporary Full-Time, Mid July - End of August FLSA Status: Hourly Exempt Location: Seattle, WA Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Aldevra, LLC is seeking a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) to temporarily support the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (Seattle VAMC). The CMD will be responsible for generating accurate and precise radiation treatment plans and dose calculations in accordance with physician prescriptions and national standards. All work must comply with established policies, procedures, and quality standards set forth by the American College of Radiology (ACR), American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), and the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM). This includes adherence to guidelines for radiotherapy planning, patient safety, quality assurance, equipment operation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will already align with our core values of SOAR (Strong Integrity and Ethics, Outstanding Teamwork, Accountability-Driven and Relentless Pursue of Quality).
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Medical Dosimetry Functions: Carry out medical dosimetry functions under the certified Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board. Receive technical direction from the VA Radiation Oncologist and/or Contractor’s Medical Physicist. Oversee medical dosimetry functions of the Radiation Oncology Service, functioning as a technical supervisor of medical dosimetry services and quality assurance activities. Treatment Planning: Perform treatment planning for SRS/SRT, including HyperArc, IMRT, SBRT, 2D/3D planning, and IGRT, in conjunction with the Contractor’s Medical Physicist. Design treatment plans using computer and/or manual computation to deliver a prescribed radiation dose and field placement technique according to the VA Radiation Oncologist's prescription. Consider dose-limiting structures in the design of treatment plans and document dose according to VA Radiation Oncologist's prescription. Simulation and Tumor Localization: Assist with treatment simulations and tumor localization on dedicated devices. Perform fusions for computed tomography (CT), MRI, PET-CT when indicated for radiation therapy treatment planning. Fabrication and Adjustment of Devices: Plan and oversee the fabrication of compensating filters, custom shields, boluses, wedges, and other beam modifying devices. Plan, oversee, and supervise the production of molds, casts, and other immobilization devices. Implementation of Treatment Plans: Assist radiation therapy staff in the implementation of treatment plans. Ensure the correct use of immobilization devices, compensators, wedges, field arrangements, and any treatment variables associated with treatment planning implementation including custom 3D boluses and Decimal cutouts. Dosimetric Calculations: Perform calculation methods for the delivery of the prescribed dose. Document calculations in patient files and verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using a system established by the Contractor’s Medical Physicist. Support to Medical Physicist: Provide dosimetry and technical support to the Contractor’s Medical Physicist in radiation protection, qualitative and quantitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of radiation therapy equipment. Assist in the application of specific methods of dosimetry, including ion chamber, TLD, or film measurements as directed by the Contractor’s Medical Physicist. About Us Aldevra was founded in 2009 by current President & CEO Rodney Marshall, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and minority entrepreneur. The company began by selling foodservice equipment to the federal government and later expanded to include medical equipment and professional services, helping to meet a broader range of customer needs. Today, Aldevra is recognized as a top foodservice equipment dealer in the U.S., specializing in federal government sales while also growing its commercial and e-commerce customer base. Its professional services division provides federal agencies with healthcare professionals, construction and facilities managers and technicians, and administrative support. Whether it's equipment or staffing, Aldevra is committed to delivering high-quality products and timely service at the best value. Recent accolades include: Foodservice Equipment Reports 2024 Top Dealer VETS Indexes 5-Star Employer for 2024 Employer Awards Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine 2024 Distribution Giants list Great Expectations Award for Outstanding Growth in 2023 Strata GPO Top 10 Dealer RATIONAL 2024 Premium Partner Award Great Place to Work® 2024 Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award ENERGY STAR® Partner Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership Small Business Partner Army Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Partner #911 Learn more about us at aldevra.com.
Security Requirements: Must be able to maintain VA Badge. This position requires passing an extensive background check.
Must be certified in medical dosimetry by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) with at least two years of continuous work experience within the last three years to ensure experience is current and relevant Two (2) years of experience: Documentation detailing experience in performing QA procedures. One (1) year of experience in a healthcare system that is ACR or APEX certified. One (1) year of experience with Varian Linear Accelerators: TrueBeam with Rapid Arc (or equivalent). One (1) year of experience with Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT, following standards of TG-142. Three (3) year of experience with the Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record & verify system, including SRS, SRT, SBRT, and IMRT treatment modalities, following standards of TG-53 and MPPG 5.B. Three (3) year of experience with a GE CT Simulator (or equivalent). Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone manner Excellent and accurate written communication Familiarity with Windows operating systems; online calendars and cloud systems; intermediate to advanced skills Microsoft office products required. Excellent attention to detail; accurate data entry. Patient Focused and team-oriented work ethic. Able to multi-task efficiently and accurately, focusing on quality. Veterans and Military Spouses are encouraged to apply. We offer you a generous benefits package including: Employee 401(k) with company match 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked Pay Range: $135,000.00-$145,000.00, depending on experience, certification, qualifications, and customer/site requirements.
Aldevra is an equal opportunity, E-Verify employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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