Dosimetry Quality Indicators

Our mission

The Medical Dosimetry Program at Washburn University provides quality education and support to develop medical dosimetrists who are confident, competent, and compassionate radiation oncology professionals.

Goals and outcomes

Program effectiveness

Medical dosimetry faculty and program affiliates will:

• Provide a comprehensive medical dosimetry curriculum that prepares graduates to pass the national certification exam
• Ensure a supportive clinical experience that prepares graduates to serve the radiation oncology community as a practicing medical dosimetrist
• Model a commitment to lifelong learning and service to the profession

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Medical dosimetry students will:

1. Demonstrate clinical competence and treatment planning abilities
   1. Students will acquire imaging and patient information to prepare for treatment planning
   2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of 3D anatomy
   3. Students will produce treatable plans
2. Demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills
   1. Students will demonstrate professional written communication skills
   2. Students will demonstrate professional verbal communication skills
3. Apply critical thinking to complex treatment plans and clinical situations
   1. Students will discuss factors that influence treatment planning
   2. Students will reflect on their treatment planning performance
   3. Students will demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing or unexpected clinical situations
4. Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to lifelong learning
   1. Students will display professional conduct
   2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of ethics and professionalism
   3. Students will articulate the continuing education and licensure requirements for medical dosimetrists