This position serves as Dosimetrist for the Radiation Therapy Clinic in the Radiology Department at Navy Medical Center San Diego and provides dosimetry services to referring physicians and their patients. The purpose of the work is to provide dosimetry services for patients in the Radiation Therapy Clinic in order to assist in the treatment of a wide variety of defects or diseases. Accuracy and reliability of the work directly affects the accuracy and reliability of the physicians prescribed dose. The individual in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services and care appropriate to the age of the patient (pediatric, adolescent, adult, or geriatric). The individual position will also contribute to care through the maintenance of a safe and supportive environment for patients and hospital staff. Incumbent independently performs dosimetry within the Radiation Therapy Clinic: 1. Receives and interprets requests and instructions for treatment. Performs dose calculations on allmachines from charts/graphs provided by medical physicist when required. Performs simulation of patients involving complex treatments as required. Acquires, records, and draws contour information and other parameters of the location of tumors, and uses information for construction of combined fields isodose treatment plans. Uses treatment planning computers or manual methods to calculate and plot radiation dose distribution within patients undergoing treatment. Constructs masks, casts, blocks, andother special devices to protect and immobilize patients during treatment. 2. Infection Control: The individual is responsible for compliance with infection control guidelines and practices universal precautions. 3. Environment of Care: The individual is responsible for the safe and effective operation of equipment used in patient care. The individual is also responsible for maintaining a safe working environment. This includes safe practices when performing/assisting with emergency procedures, proper handling of hazardous materials, and maintaining physical security. The individual is also responsible for minimizing radiation exposure through the use of protective devices and performing studies with the least radiation possible. 4. Performance Improvement: The individual is responsible for supporting and participating in performance improvement processes commensurate with the positions. 5. Assists radiation therapists during initial setup for prescribed treatment plan and explains procedure to patient as necessary. Instructs personnel in dosimetrist techniques and application. Prepares instruments for brachytherapy and assists in simulation of patients. Calibrates outputs for electron inserts for use in monitor unit calculations. Performs quality assurance of Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy plans as necessary. Performs regular review of patient treatment charts. Attends chart rounds and other required meetings. Participates in educational programs and keeps statistical and other QA records as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.