Medical dosimetrists generate radiation treatment plans, develop dose calculations, and supervise implementation while consulting with the radiation oncology team and educating patients on treatment processes
Experience
Medical Dosimetrist
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Designed the arrangement of radiation fields to reduce exposure to critical patient structures using computers, manuals, and guides
Planned the use of beam modifying devices, such as compensators, shields, and wedge filters, for safe radiation treatment delivery
Identified and outlined bodily structures using imaging procedures, such as x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography
Calculated the delivery of radiation treatment based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy
Developed radiation treatment plans in consultation with members of the radiation oncology team
Supervised simulations for tumor localizations using imaging methods such as magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scans
Educated patients regarding treatment plans, physiological reactions to treatment, or post-treatment care
Skills
Checking & Planning
Developing patient treatment plans, Analyzing health-related data, Calculating numerical data for medical activitie
Hands-On Work
Creating digital images of patients, Operating diagnostic imaging equipment, Fabricating medical devices
Core Skills
Conducting research, Collecting medical information, Teaching medical procedures, Recommending assistive devices