TRAITS

for Success

strong math and science skills

work independently

team player

good computer skills
 
edical dosimetrists are vital members of the radiation therapy team.
Dosimetrists work under radiation oncologists (physicians specializing
in the treatment of cancer through radiation) in planning radiation treatments for
patients.  After a tumor is located in a patient, dosimetrists use the physician's
instructions to calculate the radiation dosage.  Dosimetrists explain procedures
to patients and then fit patients with devices to keep them comfortable and
immobile during treatment.  They may also be involved in research and the
development of new therapy techniques.  These medical professionals must
work well under stressful conditions while maintaining a high level of
concentration.
 
Average Starting Salary $59,787
Work Environment
Cancer treatment centers
Hospitals
Medical research laboratories
Medical schools
 
Academic Requirements
A college preparatory diploma and a
strong background in math and physics
is recommended.  The education and
training for this career varies depending on
previous experience.  Each of the
following  options require supervised
clinical medical dosimetry training/
experience under the direction of a
Certified Medical Dosimetrist,
medical physicist or radiation oncologist.
 
College graduates with an associate degree or
bachelor's degree in any field must train for
three years.  Radiation therapists or college
graduates with a bachelor's degree in one of
the physical sciences must train for two years.
Graduates of formal medical dosimetry education
programs must train for six months.
 
Licensure, Certification and
Registration
Licensure is not required in Georgia,
but certification may be obtained
through the Medical Dosimetrist
Certification Board.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Professional Organizations
American Association of Medical
    Dosimetrists
(301) 209-3320
www.medicaldosimetry.org
 
Medical Dosimetrists Certification
   Board
(886) 813-6322
www.mdcb.org
 
 
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Master's Degree
Medical College of Georgia
 
 
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