Clinical Medical Physicist III

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Hudson, OH

About The Position

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients. Come join us today! RESPONSIBILITIES Under the direction of the Director of Medical Physics and the Vice President- Radiation Oncology and Radiology, the Clinical Medical Physicist III provides physics support to the department including: Perform day-to-day clinical physics and dosimetry activities related to the operations of the Florida Cancer Specialist Radiation Oncology Centers under the direction of the Director of Medical Physics. The physics and dosimetry team provides technical services to meet the organizational mission of high quality and safety in the delivery of effective and efficient clinical radiation oncology care. This includes the implementation of new equipment and modalities, consultation with physicians, as well as treatment plan development and implementation in collaboration with members of the radiation oncology team (i.e. physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and nursing staff), and quality assurance of treatment delivery and systems. Leads linear accelerator machine installation, commissioning, and validation projects. Leads multi-site physics-dosimetry projects as assigned by the Director of Medical Physics. Provides multi-site support and technical review of physics-dosimetry operations. Travel between radiation oncology centers (approx. 25 miles) may be required. Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master's Degree or Ph.D.
ABR certification in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics required
Florida Licensure is mandatory (FL TRP required)
Valid state Driver’s License for travel to satellite offices and offsite meetings.
Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.
At least five (5) years of clinical experience and a strong commitment to the highest clinical standards.
Clinical experience with Varian Trilogy and TrueBeam accelerator systems, Eclipse TPS, Aria TMS, Portal Dosimetry and GammaMed HDR or equivalent types of equipment is required.
Analysis & Critical Thinking : Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Interpersonal Effectiveness : Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
Communication Skills: Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers, hospital staff, patients, public, physicians, and their staff..
Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.
Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
Computer Skills : Proficiency in Micrsoft Offic: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required. Ability to process verbal information and input this information into various computer systems. Ability to operate modern office business machinery. Ability to operate phone system.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience with Brainlab Exac Trac and Variseed TPS or equivalent types of equipment is desired.
Experience leading accelerator machine installation, commissioning, and validation.
Experience leading radiation beam configuration for treatment planning systems.
Second language is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day clinical physics and dosimetry activities related to the operations of the Florida Cancer Specialist Radiation Oncology Centers under the direction of the Director of Medical Physics.
The physics and dosimetry team provides technical services to meet the organizational mission of high quality and safety in the delivery of effective and efficient clinical radiation oncology care.
This includes the implementation of new equipment and modalities, consultation with physicians, as well as treatment plan development and implementation in collaboration with members of the radiation oncology team (i.e. physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and nursing staff), and quality assurance of treatment delivery and systems.
Leads linear accelerator machine installation, commissioning, and validation projects.
Leads multi-site physics-dosimetry projects as assigned by the Director of Medical Physics.
Provides multi-site support and technical review of physics-dosimetry operations.
Travel between radiation oncology centers (approx. 25 miles) may be required.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.