About Us
The medical dosimetrist, in collaboration with the radiation oncologist and medical physicist, performs calculations and designs treatment plans that maximize dose to the target, while minimizing dose to nearby healthy tissues. Medical dosimetrists must be knowledgeable of radiation oncology simulators, treatment machines, and brachytherapy. The medical dosimetrist coordinates tumor localization CT, MRI, and/or PET when indicated. The dosimetrist performs in-vivo dosimetry, supervises radiation therapists, and assists with brachytherapy procedures.
The Medical Dosimetry Program offers a one-year training program to meet the demand for qualified dosimetrists. Graduates receive certificates, which qualify them to apply for the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) examination. The Medical Dosimetry Program is a hospital-based program; therefore, college credit is not earned for participation in this program. All didactic courses are completed in-person at Cleveland Clinic. Some didactic lectures require synchronous interactions with program faculty via Distance Education with Microsoft Teams. All clinical rotations are completed in-person at Cleveland Clinic.
Accreditation
The Medical Dosimetry Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology:
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312.704.5300
Email: [email protected]
The program's current award is Probation.
Mission
The mission of the Medical Dosimetry Program is to prepare students to provide accurate, state-of-the-art planning for the radiation oncology patient’s treatment.
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate competence as an entry level medical fosimetrist
- Demonstrate critical thinking
- Communicate Effectively and Professionally
The Medical Dosimetry Program will provide the profession and community with qualified medical dosimetrists.
Objectives
- Goal 1: Demonstrate competence as an entry level medical dosimetrist.
- Student learning outcome
- Students will produce clinically acceptable treatment plans
- Prepared for an entry level position
- Goal 2: Demonstrate critical thinking.
- Student learning outcome
- Develop problem solving skills
- Comparison of different treatment modalities and treatment techniques
- Goal 3: Communicate effectively and professionally.
- Student learning outcome
- Students will use effective oral communication skills
- Students will use effective written communication skills
Contact information
Jennifer Archambeau, MS, CMD
Acting Program Director
Radiation Oncology (CA-50)
Cleveland Clinic
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44195
[email protected]
Admissions
Admissions requirements & disclosures
In addition to program-specific admissions requirements and procedures, applicants are encouraged to review requirements and disclosures outlined on the School of Health Professions’ Admissions page.
School of Health Professions catalog
Additional information can be found in the School Catalog, including school-wide policies and procedures, program-specific information, and course descriptions.
Technical standards
Physical Requirements/Technical Standards:
- Manual dexterity and the ability to participate in assisting patients on and off treatment couches
- Requires standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time
- Must lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Medical Dosimetry Program, applicants must have a:
- Baccalaureate degree
- ARRT registration in Radiation Therapy
- Must have completed the following college level or equivalent prerequisite courses with a grade of ‘C' or above:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Cross-Sectional Anatomy
- Physics
- Introductory or Pre-Calculus or the combo of College Algebra and Trig
Application process
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- Submit application through the Campus Café system and non-refundable $20 application fee
- Official transcripts from college(s) and radiation therapy program
- Copy of resume
- Three references
- Essay
- Applicant summary form
Candidates for admission will undergo an interview with the Department of Radiation Oncology Admissions Committee. Decisions for accepted candidates will be based on: 40% application materials including academic history and performance, relevant experience, and recommendations - 60% interview, including clinical fit, technical skills and overall impressions.
Tuition & Fees
The total tuition cost for the Medical Dosimetry Program is $10,000.00 per year.
A non-refundable tuition deposit of $300.00 is due upon acceptance into the program. The balance of $9,700.00 is due prior to the first day of class.
Cost of attendance
The cost of attendance for the Medical Dosimetry Program is a budget comprised of direct and indirect costs. Tuition is a direct cost charged by the program. All others are indirect costs that a student may incur during the course of the program and is not paid to the program. These costs are subject to change.
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Tuition |
$10,000 |
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Books & supplies |
$0 |
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App fee |
$20 |
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Food & housing |
$15,870 |
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Transportation |
$2,340 |
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Personal |
$2,304 |
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Total |
$30,534 |
Tuition refund policy
The Medical Dosimetry Program issues refunds for tuition and other fees for eligible applicants and students as outlined in the School of Health Professions’ Tuition Refund Policy.
Graduation Requirements
Successful completion of the program is defined as fulfilling each of the following:
- Achievement of a passing grade in all didactic courses.
- Satisfactory performance of all required competency based evaluations.
- Satisfactory completion of all required clinical rotations.
- Make-up all clinical time lost, due to absence in excess of that allowed.
The Medical Dosimetrists Certification Board (MDCB) administers a national certification examination in dosimetry. Students are encouraged to apply. Upon successful completion of the educational program, a certificate will be awarded.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
The student’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward graduation will be evaluated after the completion of each term of the program. Failure to maintain SAP may result in the student being dismissed from the program.
Program Outcomes
Program effectiveness data & requirements
This data is reported to the JRCERT annually.
Curriculum
Distance education
The Medical Dosimetry Program delivers some courses via distance education using Microsoft Teams.
