Medical Physicist I / Contract - Clarion Hospital

Highmark Health • Clarion, PA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of a Level II or higher medical physicist, the Medical Physicist I is responsible for clinical aspects of medical physics in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The role supports patient care through chart reviews, quality assurance of radiation-producing machines, regulatory compliance, consultation, and assistance with special procedures and research projects.

The position requires a master's degree in physics or a related field from a CAMPEP-accredited program and completion of a CAMPEP-accredited Medical Physics Residency program or ABR structured mentorship. Candidates must obtain one of the listed certifications within six years of hire or transfer. Additional employment requirements include Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances.

Employees must comply with the company's code of business conduct, applicable laws and policies, HIPAA privacy requirements, and information security guidelines.

Requirements

• Master's degree in physics or a related field from a CAMPEP-accredited program.
• Completion of a CAMPEP-accredited Medical Physics Residency program or ABR structured mentorship.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently in a challenging environment and take appropriate action.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Within six years of hire or transfer, obtain one of the following certifications: Therapeutic Medical Physics Certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR); Magnetic Resonance Imaging Physics Certification from the American Board of Medical Physicists (ABMP); Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification or Radiation Oncology Physics Certification from the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM); or Magnetic Resonance Safety Certification from the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS).
• Comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct, applicable federal and state laws, regulations, company policies and training requirements, HIPAA privacy policies, and information security guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• One to three publications in medical physics.

Responsibilities

• Audit and review patient medical charts.
• Perform quality assurance and control evaluations on radiation-producing machines.
• Assist with special clinical research and development projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and standards.
• Advise and guide dosimetry and therapy staff and provide consultation services to attending physicians.
• Assist with delivery of patient care for special procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level