Dosimetrist Jobs in La Palma, CA

A Dosimetrist is a crucial member of the radiology team who creates radiation treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy. They calculate the correct dosage of radiation given to the patient, ensuring it's precise and safe. A Dosimetrist also collaborates with medical physicists and radiation oncologists to devise the best treatment approach for each patient. They use advanced computer software for treatment simulations and planning, and regularly monitor the patient's response to the treatment, adjusting the plan as necessary.

Important skills for a Dosimetrist include strong math and physics abilities, critical thinking, attention to detail, and proficiency in using complex technical software. They should also have excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team and communicate with patients. Certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) is typically required, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. Before becoming a Dosimetrist, individuals might hold roles such as a Radiation Therapist, Medical Physicist, or Radiologic Technologist.

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Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Linear Accelerators: TrueBeam with Brain Lab Accessories following standards of TG-142 3 years experience with Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT 3 years experience with Eclipse...

Medical Dosimetrist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Shall provide dosimetry and technical support to the medical physicist, and radiation protection, qualitative and quantitative machine calibration, and quality assurance of the radiation therapy equipment...

Dosimetrist (Long Beach, CA)

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Linear Accelerators, including TrueBeam with Brain Lab and Rapid Arc or equivalent. 1 years' experience in Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT following standards of TG-142...

Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist (Long Beach, CA)

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Guided Radiation Therapy including Cone Beach CT following standard of TG-142 years' experience in eclipse treatment planning system, as well as ARIA record and verify system, including the following...

Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam with Brain Lab Accessories) Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record & verify system Treatment modalities...

Dosimetrist I

  • Duarte, CA (20 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Duarte, CA (20 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Additionally, the Dosimetrist I prepares Total Body Irradiation data for treatment and conducts quality assurance checks on the treatment planning system to ensure accuracy and safety in radiation therapy...

Dosimetrist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Therapy (SBRT) Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) (following standards of TG-53)....

Dosimetrist Certified, Per Diem

  • Whittier, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (10 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 28 days ago

(T) and CRT certificates Dosimetry Certification B.S. Degree preferred Experience: Minimum three (3) years experience as radiation therapy technologist....

Alternate Radiation Safety Officer University of California Irvine

  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report....

Medical Dosimetrist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

the last 3 years as a Medical Dosimetrist Proficiency in: Varian Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam with Brain Lab and Rapid Arc or equivalent) Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam...

Alternate Radiation Safety Officer

  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report....

Radiation Protection Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Assists in training new Radiation Protection Specialists. Completes special projects such as the Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (NEXT)....

Board Certified Medical Dosimetrist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Treatment Planning: Develop and implement treatment plans for Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS/SRT), Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy...

Board-Certified Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist

  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (12 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Strong expertise in radiation therapy equipment, quality assurance processes, and compliance with regulatory standards....

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Salary for Dosimetrist Jobs in La Palma, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dosimetrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Dosimetrists in La Palma, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.7%
Master's Degree
24.8%
Associate's Degree
23.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.1%
High School or GED
4.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dosimetrists in La Palma, CA
1-2 years
32.9%
None
29.8%
2-4 years
16.1%
Less than 1 year
12.9%
4-6 years
4.3%
6-8 years
2.4%
10+ years
1.5%


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