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Dosimetrist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Hot Springs, AR, 71913-6406
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 52.02-77.38 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Dosimetrist t at CHI St Vincent Hot Springs, you’ll help our patients regain their independence and quality of life so they can safely go about their daily activities.
You’ll work alongside physicians, and other health professionals to determine treatment plans for patients as it relates to radiation. You will work with the care team to deliver prescribed radiation dosages, as prescribed by the treating radiation Oncologist. To thrive in this role, you must be flexible and adaptable. You’ll care for all patient populations presenting with a variety of conditions. You need to be extremely organized and efficient. You’ll see many patients each workday and will be required to document all evaluations, treatments, and status changes. Most importantly, you must be positive, personable, and motivating.
- Obtains, evaluates and synthesizes pertinent clinical data, to facilitate external beam treatment planning. This includes but is not limited to 2D, 3D/4D, IMRT, SBRT, and SRS planning. Follows physician directives including revisions in order to achieve the intended outcome for patients in their course of treatment.
- Calculates the treatment unit setting and doses to various points of interest evaluating all variables.
- Assists physician and/or medical physicist when needed during brachytherapy planning and delivery.
- Oversees and assists in the design and fabrications of individualized immobilization, custom blocks, and other beam modifying devices as prescribed.
- Accurately documents parameters associated with the radiation therapy process.
- Graduate of an approved hospital or university dosimetry program or currently has medical dosimetry certification
- Graduation from an accredited program in Radiation Therapy Technology or a Radiation Therapy Technology Certification is preferred.
- Current MDCB license
- Current healthcare provider BLS CPR certification
- ment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities preferred
- Knowledge of Eclipse Treatment Planning system is preferred
CHI St Vincent Hot Springs is a 280 bed faith-based, non-profit, Magnet Accredited facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. As the only level II trauma center in the southwest part of the state, CHI St Vincent Hot Springs is the regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, neuro, ortho, oncology and critical care/pulmonary. We have also been voted as one of Arkansas Best Places to Work by Arkansas Business since 2019. We have earned top patient safety ratings from Leapfrog and was recently named as one of the Nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals in Fortune and PINC AI.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
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Frequently asked questions
Dosimetrists at facilities like CHI St Vincent Hot Springs manage a broad spectrum of patient conditions by customizing external beam treatment plans, using advanced techniques such as IMRT and SRS. Their adaptability ensures precise radiation doses tailored to individual treatment goals, supporting effective patient recovery.
In Arkansas, dosimetrists generally need an active MDCB certification alongside healthcare provider BLS CPR certification. Familiarity with treatment planning systems like Eclipse is advantageous, reflecting regional preferences for candidates equipped to handle complex radiation oncology protocols.
CHl St Vincent Hot Springs emphasizes a collaborative care model where dosimetrists closely partner with physicians and physicists, ensuring responsive treatment adjustments. The faith-based environment fosters a motivating atmosphere, blending technical precision with compassionate patient interaction.
Within CHI, dosimetrists can expand roles by gaining expertise in advanced planning methods such as 4D and SBRT, or by engaging in leadership and training positions. The organization's commitment to innovation offers pathways into specialized oncology care and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Hot Springs experiences moderate demand for certified dosimetrists, driven by its status as a regional trauma and oncology hub. Facilities like CHI St Vincent attract candidates seeking a stable, patient-focused environment, with hiring influenced by local healthcare growth and magnet accreditation prestige.
Dosimetrists in Hot Springs typically earn between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, reflecting regional healthcare pay scales. Catholic Health Initiatives offers competitive compensation aligned with experience and certification, promoting retention in this specialized radiation therapy role.
At CHI, dosimetrists serve as pivotal team members, translating physician directives into precise radiation plans, collaborating with physicists during brachytherapy, and customizing immobilization devices. This integrative approach enhances treatment accuracy and patient safety throughout therapy.
Dosimetrists must balance technical demands with the hospital’s mission-driven culture, embracing social justice and health equity principles. Adapting to diverse patient needs while maintaining compassionate communication is key in this environment, fostering holistic care beyond mere clinical tasks.
Beyond crafting radiation plans, dosimetrists document treatment parameters meticulously, assist during brachytherapy sessions, and fabricate custom beam-modifying devices. Their organizational skills ensure efficient patient flow and accurate records, critical for safe, effective radiation delivery.
They utilize sophisticated software systems like Eclipse to integrate clinical data, adjusting for anatomical differences and treatment complexities such as 3D/4D imaging and IMRT. Continuous consultation with physicians ensures dosage accuracy tailored to each patient’s therapy requirements.