Dosimetrist Jobs in California

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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Medical Dosimetrist II

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Minimum Skills: Understanding of radiation therapy planning systems (e.g., Pinnacle, Varian Eclipse)....

Medical Dosimetrist

  • Ontario, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Job Summary: Provides suitable treatment plans for radiation therapy patients and other physics support including the measurement, calibration, and generation of radiation dose distribution, and various...

Radiation Ther/Dosimetrist PD

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

in radiation therapy technology; current National (ARRT) registry....

Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist (Long Beach, CA)

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 12 days ago

Develop, implement, supervise, and periodically review all QMP policies and procedures that pertain to radiation therapy equipment....

Dosimetrist

  • Clovis, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Clovis, CA
  • 19 days ago

Solely responsible for precise calculations made to implement a course of the latest radiation therapy techniques. Assures accuracy of delivery of radiation treatments....

Certified Medical Dosimetrist

  • Fresno, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 29 days ago

Two - five years radiation therapy experience as a medical dosimetrist. Medical Dosimetry Certification Board certification. Graduate of an accredited school of radiation therapy....

Jun 04, 2025 Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Dosimetrist in San Jose, CA....

Dosimetrist - Partially Remote - Scripps Green

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Varian Eclipse treatment planning and ARIA EMR College degree with X-ray, or Radiation Therapy focus, or equivalent At Scripps Health, you will experience...

Certified Medical Dosimetrist Per Diem Days

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge of SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, and 3D treatment planning required....

Travel Dosimetrist

  • Whittier, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Whittier, CA
  • 30+ days ago

As a Dosimetrist in Whittier, California, you will play a crucial role in the oncology team, working closely with radiation oncologists to calculate and deliver precise radiation therapy treatments...

Senior Radiation Safety Officer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Medical Dosimetrist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Graduate of a formally organized medical dosimetry program Certified Medical Dosimetrist - certification or eligible for certification Care treatment planning experience using Eclipse...

EU Regional Radiation Protection Specialist

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Apply now for the position of Regional Radiation Protection Specialist, and you will provide direct oversight and support for radiation protection and environmental health and safety for PETNET Solutions...

Travel Radiology / Cardiology Dosimetrist

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Radiology / Cardiology Dosimetrist job in San Jose, California paying $3,088.40 to $3,273.60 weekly....

Senior Dosimetrist - Radiation Oncology - FT Days

  • Orange, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Performs radiation therapy planning functions such as IMRT, 3D conformal, VMAT, SRS, SBRT, HDR Brachytherapy, image fusion, etc....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Dosimetrist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dosimetrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Dosimetrists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.2%
Master's Degree
25.5%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.0%
High School or GED
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.4%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dosimetrists in California
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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