Medical Physicist (Certified)

US Oncology Network • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Are you a highly skilled and creative Medical Physicist looking to make a difference in the healthcare industry while maintaining a work life balance? Our cutting-edge healthcare facility is currently seeking a talented and experienced Medical Physicist to join our dynamic team. As a Medical Physicist at our facility, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of radiation in medical procedures. You will work closely with our team of physicians, radiologists, and technologists to provide high-quality patient care and help advance the field of medical physics. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, flexible schedule and opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are a highly motivated and skilled Medical Physicist with a passion for improving patient care, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

Requirements

• Master's degree in Physics or Medical Physics from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum one to three years experience in clinical radiation physics.
• Must maintain certification and continuing education requirements outlined by American College of Radiology.
• Must pursue continuing education credits in the field.
• Must be eligible to become a board certified physicist.

Responsibilities

• Determines the need for, specifies, and accesses dosimetric and treatment planning equipment including measurement instruments to calibrate all treatment equipment and monitoring devices.
• Participates in the specification, selection, and acceptance of radiation-producing machines, accessories, and computerized treatment-planning systems.
• Supervises arrangements for proper maintenance of radiation treatment equipment.
• Periodically evaluates all equipment for continued utility, appropriateness, reliable performance, age and condition and makes recommendations on practical life span, obsolescence and replacement.
• Maintains responsibility for the design and implementation of the aspects of the quality management program that involve the use of the external beam radiotherapy equipment.
• Advises and consults with physicians to provide advice or direction to technical staff when patients are being planned or treated.
• Develops protocols for performing and checking monitor units calculations to ensure all calculations agree with written prescription.
• Participates in chart rounds to ensure the fulfillment of the prescription and review any changes in dose and patient set-up.
• Completes all required documentation relating to radiation treatment plans and equipment.
• Participates in the clinical instruction of newly hired radiation staff and radiation therapy students.
• Conducts HDR and LDR brachytherapy procedures as needed.
• Directs the radiation oncology physics program, including the technical direction of medical dosimetrists, therapy equipment service engineers and other physics support staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree