Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist- -Hybrid

Position: FT Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist- FT Days -Hybrid-

FT Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist – FT Days – Hybrid

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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what’s possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people’s lives.

Work

Shift

Day (United States of America)

This role is Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5:00 pm, Hybrid. Sign‑on bonus and relocation for eligible candidates.

Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Daily duties

• Work with other physics staff and assist in the general medical physics duties pertaining to operating a radiation therapy facility.
• Ensure that every treatment plan is checked and/or IMRT QA performed before the first fraction.
• Provide quality assurance of patient treatment through weekly checking of patient charts and attending general chart rounds.
• Perform routine or specialized dosimetry to check the treatment plan parameters.
• Perform spot checks and review all technical and scientific data generated from simulation through treatment to ensure accuracy and precision of patient treatment plans.
• Design and fabricate special ancillary equipment, immobilization devices, compensating filters, molds and blocking devices.
• Perform chart checks for any mathematical errors or prescription changes that may have occurred throughout the course of treatment.
• Provide consultation to assure accurate radiation dose delivery.
• Verify proper operation and safety of all machines and sources producing radiation in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
• Uphold, maintain and establish adequate protocols to ensure accurate patient dosimetry.
• Follow all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain a safe environment for patients, personnel and visitors.
• Ensure proper documentation is recorded and maintained.
• Participate in all ongoing protocol studies with respect to gathering correct data and documentation of materials.
• Assist RSO with the Radiation Safety Program.
• Assure the efficient operation of workflow in the department by performing other duties as assigned by the Radiation Oncology Manager.

QA

• Perform routine checks on the radiation therapy equipment in accordance with the guidelines provided by AAPM.
• Perform VMAT/IMRT QA on all IMRT/VMAT plans.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly checks on all radiation delivery machines.
• Assist the Chief Physicist during annual machine QAs.
• Perform machine QA after a component changes.
• Work with the field service engineer to ensure compliance after service events.

Staff training and education

• Educate staff and physicians on radiation safety procedures.
• Educate personnel on care for brachytherapy patients.
• Keep up with continuing education credits required to maintain certification.

Perform other duties as assigned. Comply with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required

Minimum Education

Master’s Degree.

Ph.D. Degree required with at least five years of direct experience in the field.

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

MEDPHYS – Medical Physicist A  within 120 days.

Additional License(s) And Certification(s)

Required

Minimum Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in radiation therapy, which can include residency experience.

Required Minimum Skills

Must be familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures and be able to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Must be self‑motivated and self‑directed in daily/routine tasks. The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English and display a positive attitude (see Well Star Standards of Gold).

Seniority

level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

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