Medical Dosimetrists
Generate radiation treatment plans, develop radiation dose calculations, communicate and supervise the treatment plan implementation, and consult with members of radiation oncology team.
- Tasks
- 19 tasks16 core, 3 supplemental
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- Healthcare PractitionersOne of its 96 occupations
- Code
- 29-2036.00SOC 2018: 29-2036
What the work is made of
16 core tasks and 3 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Design the arrangement of radiation fields to reduce exposure to critical patient structures, such as organs, using computers, manuals, and guides.Core taskTask 22837Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 2. Plan the use of beam modifying devices, such as compensators, shields, and wedge filters, to ensure safe and effective delivery of radiation treatment.Core taskTask 22848Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 3. Identify and outline bodily structures, using imaging procedures, such as x-ray, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, or positron emission tomography.Core taskTask 22844Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 4. Calculate the delivery of radiation treatment, such as the amount or extent of radiation per session, based on the prescribed course of radiation therapy.Core taskTask 22834Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 5. Calculate, or verify calculations of, prescribed radiation doses.Core taskTask 22833Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 6. Develop radiation treatment plans in consultation with members of the radiation oncology team.Core taskTask 22838Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 7. Supervise or perform simulations for tumor localizations, using imaging methods such as magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, or positron emission tomography scans.Core taskTask 22850Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 8. Create and transfer reference images and localization markers for treatment delivery, using image-guided radiation therapy.Core taskTask 22836Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 9. Record patient information, such as radiation doses administered, in patient records.Core taskTask 22849Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 10. Advise oncology team members on use of beam modifying or immobilization devices in radiation treatment plans.Core taskTask 22832Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 11. Fabricate beam modifying devices, such as compensators, shields, and wedge filters.Core taskTask 22842Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 12. Perform quality assurance system checks, such as calibrations, on treatment planning computers.Core taskTask 22847Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 13. Fabricate patient immobilization devices, such as molds or casts, for radiation delivery.Core taskTask 22843Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 14. Develop requirements for the use of patient immobilization devices and positioning aides, such as molds or casts, as part of treatment plans to ensure accurate delivery of radiation and comfort of patient.Core taskTask 22839Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 15. Teach medical dosimetry, including its application, to students, radiation therapists, or residents.Core taskTask 22851Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 16. Conduct radiation oncology-related research, such as improving computer treatment planning systems or developing new treatment devices.Core taskTask 22835Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 17. Develop treatment plans, and calculate doses for brachytherapy procedures.Supplemental taskTask 22840Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 18. Measure the amount of radioactivity in patients or equipment, using radiation monitoring devices.Supplemental taskTask 22846Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2024
- Task 19. Educate patients regarding treatment plans, physiological reactions to treatment, or post-treatment care.Supplemental taskTask 22841Rated by 19 occupational experts, August 2024
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- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 29-2036
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