Medical Physicist II

McLaren Health Care•Port Huron, MI

About The Position

Provides physics services to the Radiation Oncology Department to support high-quality radiation treatment and patient and staff safety. Participates in the radiation equipment and software quality assurance program, treatment planning, brachytherapy and special procedures, equipment performance and maintenance, radiation safety, and staff training. The role also supports facility planning, shielding design and evaluation, regulatory compliance, and department quality improvement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Medical Physics from a CAMPEP-accredited Medical Physics program.
Certification by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Medical Physics.
One to five years of work experience after certification.
Extensive knowledge of Medical Physics, with emphasis on radiation therapy physics.
Ability to perform most of the following: acceptance testing; commissioning radiation treatment equipment and treatment-planning software and algorithms; radiation equipment calibration and quality control; treatment planning, including 3D, IMRT, SRS, and HDR; brachytherapy procedures, including high-dose-rate procedures; and radiation safety.
Working knowledge of radiation treatment delivery systems, computer software and interfaces, EMRs, and specialized radiation therapy software and hardware.
Excellent computer skills, including working knowledge of computer networks and interfaces.

Responsibilities

Establish radiation beam characteristics for clinical use.
Calibrate radiation therapy equipment and perform quality assurance.
Assist with complex simulations and patient setups.
Consult with clinical and medical staff on treatment planning.
Plan treatments, including external beam and brachytherapy, and perform dose calculations and checks.
Fabricate treatment aids.
Manage brachytherapy source storage, inventory, accountability, safe handling, ordering, and procedure preparation.
Maintain records and support regulatory compliance.
Assist with facility planning, shielding design, and evaluation.
Support regulatory compliance, license renewal, and license amendments.
Provide radiation safety and protection for the cancer center and train staff.
Attend Radiation Safety Committee meetings.
Participate in department quality assurance and continuous quality improvement programs.
Support McLaren Port Huron’s mission, vision, and values through work behaviors.
Participate in at least 50% of department meetings and read and initial minutes for meetings not attended.
Perform other duties as required or requested.