Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry
A Medical Dosimetrist is actively engaged in radiation therapy treatment planning, dose calculation, and physician consultation. A Medical Dosimetrist needs to be an excellent problem solver who can think critically about a multi-faceted plan that delivers maximum dose to the tumor while sparing healthy tissue from the potentially lethal effects of radiation. The Medical Dosimetrist works very closely with radiation oncologists, medical physicists and radiation therapists while providing patients with the best treatment possible. JPU offers an AS to BS, AS to MS, and MS in Medical Dosimetry within the School of Physics and Radiological Sciences.
According to the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD), a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD) can pursue a career in the following areas:
- Clinical Service and Consultation
- Research
- Academic and/or Clinical Instruction
- Locum Tenens
- Vendor Applications/ Technical Support
- Administration
Mission Statement
The Master of Science in the Medical Dosimetry program is designed to prepare confident, patient-focused, and clinically proficient medical dosimetrists who, as valuable members of the radiation oncology team, continue to connect conceptual theory to clinical application as lifelong learners in their chosen field.
Goal: Students will demonstrate clinical competency consistent with program expectations.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will create clinically valid treatment plans based on clinical assessment of student’s treatment planning aptitude.
- Students will evaluate clinically valid treatment plans based on didactic assessment of student’s comprehension of clinical tasks.
Goal: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills in the classroom and in the clinical setting.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills in the classroom.
- Students will demonstrate effective communication skills in the clinical setting.
Goal: Students will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills during the program.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will evaluate the relative quality of complex treatment plans.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to recognize an unacceptable plan to create a clinically valid one.
The John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences’ MS in Medical Dosimetry and BS in Medical Dosimetry programs have been awarded accreditation by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). John Patrick University’s accreditation status is effective January 2018 for 8 years. All students are encouraged to review the JRCERT Standards for an accredited educational program in Medical Dosimetry, click here to visit JRCERT.
John Patrick University offers three plans of study to earn a Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry. Candidates seeking to meet eligibility requirements to sit for the Certified Medical Dosimetrist exam administered by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) complete the JRCERT-accredited Medical Dosimetry program curriculum. The other two plans are designed for the following:
- Current Certified Medical Dosimetrists (CMDs) who wish to earn their graduate degree in Medical dosimetry. Current CMDs who enroll in the MS Medical Dosimetry program complete a non-JRCERT accredited program plan of study.
- Candidates who do not live in the United States who wish to meet eligibility requirements to sit for the Certified Medical Dosimetrist exam administered by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) under the MDCB Board’s route for international candidates who did not complete a JRCERT-accredited program. Eligibility requirements can be found at https://mdcb.org/exam-information/exam-dates-and-fees/international-exam-policy.
Any student who wishes to pursue allegations of non-compliance with JRCERT Standards may do so by following the JRCERT Reporting Process. Before submitting an allegation, the individual must first attempt to resolve the complaint directly with JPU by following JPU’s Grievance Policy and Procedure. The Grievance Policy and Procedure are provided in the Academic Catalog.
JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: (312) 704-5300
Fax: (312) 704-5304
www.jrcert.org
mail@jrcert.org
AAMD Mission Statement and Code of Ethics
* Note: In order to obtain certification, all potential dosimetrists must sit for the MDCB examination. More information can be found at http://www.mdcb.org/. State licensure is not required to work as a Medical Dosimetrist.