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Dosimetrist - Proton Therapy
- BayCare Health System (Tampa, FL)
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Join BayCare as a Dosimetrist – Proton Therapy
• **Location:** St. Joseph’s Main & Children’s Hospital – Tampa, FL
• **Facility:** BayCare Health System, Proton Center – SJH
• **Shift:** Varies | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• **Schedule:** Full-Time | Hybrid
• **Status:** Exempt
About BayCare
BayCare is a leading health system in the Tampa Bay area, recognized for combining advanced technology with compassionate care. With 16 hospitals and a wide range of services, we are committed to delivering exceptional health care built on trust, dignity, and clinical excellence.
Role Overview
As a **Dosimetrist – Proton Therapy** , you will be responsible for importing CT simulations and treatment data, optimizing computer-based radiation dose distributions, calculating radiation doses or delivery settings, and documenting treatment plans prescribed by radiation oncologists.
You will participate in simulation, dose computations, immobilization, and other aspects of treatment planning for patients receiving radiation therapy, assisting with the development of proton, photon, and other radiation treatment plans as needed. In addition, you will collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, and therapy teams and maintain compliance with safety, quality assurance, and regulatory standards throughout all planning and delivery processes.
Key Responsibilities
Proton Dosimetrists are expected to perform at a higher level of technical and clinical expertise, including:
+ **Treatment Planning:** Develop and implement patient-specific proton treatment plans requiring complex optimizations and multiple iterations, while applying principles of range uncertainty and robustness.
+ **Beam Path & Density Analysis:** Design proton beam paths, evaluate intervening densities, and anticipate issues affecting plan quality and robustness.
+ **Device & Immobilization Support:** Assist in designing, fabricating, and verifying immobilization devices for accurate beam delivery.
+ **Quality Assurance & Documentation:** Verify all calculations, maintain accurate records in EMR, TPS, and OIS, and ensure compliance with safety and QA standards.
+ **Technical Navigation:** Manage complex technical interlocks, downtime events, and support insurance authorization through comparative planning.
+ **Collaboration & Education:** Communicate effectively using proton therapy terminology, support team training, and contribute to new technique implementation.
+ **Safety & Efficiency:** Apply radiation safety practices consistently and perform duties with attention to treatment room efficiency.
Qualifications
• **Education**
+ Graduate of an accredited Medical Dosimetry program or Certified Radiation Therapist with 2+ years of on-the-job training as a Medical Dosimetrist
+ **Preferred:** Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• **Licensure/Certification**
+ **Required:** Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification or equivalent radiation certification
+ **Required:** BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
• **Experience**
+ **Preferred:** Experience with Proton Therapy and RayStation Treatment Planning System (TPS)
What We Offer
BayCare offers a competitive total rewards package including:
+ Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
+ Paid Time Off
+ Tuition Assistance
+ 401(k) Match and additional yearly contribution
+ Annual performance appraisals and team award bonuses
+ Family resources and wellness opportunities
+ Community perks and discounts
Take the Next Step
Bring your expertise to a leading-edge proton therapy team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through advanced treatment planning.
Apply today to join BayCare as a **Dosimetrist – Proton Therapy** and help shape the future of radiation oncology care.
_BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply._
**Position** Dosimetrist – Proton Therapy
**Location** Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time
**Req ID** 122661
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