Clinical Medical Physicist-Huntley Oncology Clinic Full-time Days
About The Position
The Clinical Medical Physicist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Clinical Medical Physicist performs Quality Assurance (QA) procedures independently. Oversight of the compliance to radiation safety protocols. Experienced in the operation of treatment units that deliver IMRT, SBRT, and HDR brachytherapy techniques. Proficient in data analysis, QA software, and clinical documentation systems. Strong communication skills and team collaboration skills.
Requirements
- ABR Board Certified Therapeutic Medical Physicist
- Illinois Emergency Management Registered Therapeutic Radiological Physicist
Nice To Haves
- PhD
- 1-3 Years of experience
- Illinois Emergency Management Registered Diagnostic Imaging Specialist
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all medical physics operations within a radiotherapy clinic.
- Performs complex treatment planning, patient positioning support, and comprehensive machine and patient quality assurance.
- Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, therapists, and dosimetrists.
- Develops specifications for external beam therapy, brachytherapy, simulations, and dosimetry measurements.
- Ensures full regulatory and accreditation compliance for radiation treatment equipment and detection systems.
- Conducts acceptance testing and commissioning of radiation therapy equipment, including data characterization and system evaluation.
- Creates treatment protocols, procedural guidelines, and technical documents for clinical operations.
- Oversees radiation safety practices, machine maintenance coordination, and technical aspects of radiation oncology programs.
- Provides expert consultation to physicians regarding dosimetry and patient care.
- Offers imaging guidance for simulation, treatment planning, and therapeutic radiation delivery.
- Supervises medical physics assistants, medical physics residents, and dosimetrists.
- Reviews and verifies computerized patient treatment plans for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
- Performs initial and weekly patient chart checks to ensure precision and adherence to standards.
- Serves as the physics representative on quality assurance and process improvement committees.
- Participates in research and development initiatives to advance clinical practice.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental goals and patient care excellence.
Benefits
- tuition reimbursement
- loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- lifecycle benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
