Medical Physcist - Radiation Oncology

The salary range for this position is $120.30 - $162.41 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located .org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you ve been, and we support where you re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description
The 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.

Physics V is responsible for all administrative aspects related to management of the physics section of Radiosurgery/Radiation Oncology/Prentice Radiation Oncology (hereafter referred to as “departments”) and ensuring that the staff and infrastructure of the physics section supports the clinical needs of the department. Primary responsibilities include supervision of physics staff, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains primary responsibility for all physics operations, including workflow through the department and staff assignments and responsibilities.
• Identifies and resolves daily operational issues related to the physics aspects of patient care.
• Interacts with all sections of the department, including physicians, nursing, and therapists to ensure smooth patient treatment delivery.
• Provides daily direction and supervision to physics staff, including Radiation Physicists, Dosimetrists, LAN Administrator, and Instrument Designer.
• Actively participates in ongoing feedback, annual performance reviews, and staff growth and development.
• Assists Manager in administrative responsibilities related to the physics section, including development of capital and operating budgets, monitoring of inventory, and ordering of supplies.
• Ensures that the department quality assurance and monitoring plans achieve the goal of ensuring the highest quality of patient care and patient safety.
• Maintains knowledge of current industry standards set by professional organizations, including the American College of Radiology and the American Association for Physicists in Medicine, and other sub-specialty organizations as indicated.
• Actively participates in the Radiation Safety program and related committees for Northwestern Memorial Hospital, ensuring that…