Medical Dosimetrist – How to Become a Medical DosimetristWhat Is Dosimetry?
What is a medical dosimetrist and how do you become a dosimetrist? A dosimetrist is part of the radiation oncology team, which helps to treat cancer patients via radiation therapy. Dosimetrists typically work in a hospital or cancer center. They must be able to work well as part of a medical team, consulting with a number of professionals including physicians (radiation oncologists), radiation therapists, oncology nurses, and medical physicists. Requirements To Become a Dosimetrist: According to the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB), dosimetrists must pass the medical dosimetrist certification exam in order to earn distinction as a CMD (Certified Medical Dosimetrist). The MDCB describes in detail on its website three ways one can become eligible to take the certification exam to become a d
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- I will be completing my clinical medical dosimetry experience in June after the application deadline, but before the exam administration, can I apply to sit for the exam?
- I participated in an MDCB approved activity prior to my clinical medical dosimetry experience. Can I apply the activity to the 12 CE credit eligibility requirement?
- Medical Dosimetrist - How to Become a Medical DosimetristWhat Is Dosimetry?
