Siemens Healthineers
Sr. Medical Physicist (Munster, IN)
Siemens Healthineers, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Sr. Medical Physicist (Munster, IN)
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Siemens Healthineers .
Works at the clinic site in collaboration with the Cancer Care Leadership to ensure high quality and safe interpretation, delivery, operation, and monitoring of radiation safety policies, procedures, standards, and equipment for Radiation Oncology Services. Responsible for ensuring delivery of high-quality radiation therapy while providing staff with the proper education and training and oversight to minimize radiation exposure. Implements and abides by Customer Service Standards. Supports patient safety and other safety practices as appropriate. Supports and demonstrates Family-Centered Care principles when interacting with patients and their families and with co-workers.
Responsibilities
Calibration of dose meters (including dosimetric inter-comparisons for QA) and radiation equipment (accelerator monitor unit calibration) Beam data acquisition for treatment planning
Preparation of data for treatment planning systems
Development/improvement of dose measurement systems and protocols and software for dosimetry purposes (including spreadsheets and databases)
Ensures compliance with Federal, State and organizational regulations for radiation safety.
Participates in development of organizational Performance Improvement activities, policies and procedures, standards of practice to meet required regulatory requirements.
Assists in Acceptance testing and commissioning of new machines and acceptance testing and re-commissioning after major maintenance
Performs individual treatment planning, dosimetry calculations, and treatment planning reviews (physics component)
Provides physics consultation to all radiation oncology personnel and radiation oncologist concerning aspects of patient care and treatment
Ensure routine verification of department treatment planning system.
Collaborates with information services department, provides software management of department planning system
Assists in the planning and shielding calculations for new radiation facilities and programs.
Interprets and prepares documentation summary of regulatory changes for integration into departmental operations
Provides dosimetry checks following source changes.
Assists with the selection and acquisition of sources for permanent implant techniques
In collaboration with department director and Physics director participates in clinical education, training, and competency evaluations for medical physics, Dosimetry, and therapy staff.
Qualifications
Willing to relocate to Munster, IN or surrounding area
M.S. or PhD (preferred) in Medical Physics, or a closely related field, required.
Minimum of 3+ years clinical experience in addition to a CAMPEP-accredited residency.
Candidates who have passed the Part-I and (possibly) part-II ABR Exams preferred
Experience with High Dose Rate (HDR) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) programs preferred.
Computer system administration experience with patient record and verify database applications desirable.
Certification in Radiation Oncology Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or other alternative certifying body.
Candidates who are not certified have to be eligible for board certification and must achieve this status within 3 years of hire.
Must apply for and maintain relevant State licensing and/or registration as required for working as a medical physicist at the clinical site and to do so in a timely manner
Who we are We are a team of more than 73,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
How we work When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here.
Compensation The Annual Base Pay for this position is Min $163,600 - Max $245,400. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform the essential functions of this position. Many clients require vendor credentialing before access to their sites. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: proof of valid identification, criminal background checks, drug screens, immunizations, and annual TB testing.
If this is a commission-eligible position, commissions are based on individual and/or company performance according to the Company plan.
Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, and paid sick and safe time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO and Privacy EEO is the Law. Reasonable Accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please use the accommodations form or contact the HR team.
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Sr. Medical Physicist (Munster, IN)
role at
Siemens Healthineers .
Works at the clinic site in collaboration with the Cancer Care Leadership to ensure high quality and safe interpretation, delivery, operation, and monitoring of radiation safety policies, procedures, standards, and equipment for Radiation Oncology Services. Responsible for ensuring delivery of high-quality radiation therapy while providing staff with the proper education and training and oversight to minimize radiation exposure. Implements and abides by Customer Service Standards. Supports patient safety and other safety practices as appropriate. Supports and demonstrates Family-Centered Care principles when interacting with patients and their families and with co-workers.
Responsibilities
Calibration of dose meters (including dosimetric inter-comparisons for QA) and radiation equipment (accelerator monitor unit calibration) Beam data acquisition for treatment planning
Preparation of data for treatment planning systems
Development/improvement of dose measurement systems and protocols and software for dosimetry purposes (including spreadsheets and databases)
Ensures compliance with Federal, State and organizational regulations for radiation safety.
Participates in development of organizational Performance Improvement activities, policies and procedures, standards of practice to meet required regulatory requirements.
Assists in Acceptance testing and commissioning of new machines and acceptance testing and re-commissioning after major maintenance
Performs individual treatment planning, dosimetry calculations, and treatment planning reviews (physics component)
Provides physics consultation to all radiation oncology personnel and radiation oncologist concerning aspects of patient care and treatment
Ensure routine verification of department treatment planning system.
Collaborates with information services department, provides software management of department planning system
Assists in the planning and shielding calculations for new radiation facilities and programs.
Interprets and prepares documentation summary of regulatory changes for integration into departmental operations
Provides dosimetry checks following source changes.
Assists with the selection and acquisition of sources for permanent implant techniques
In collaboration with department director and Physics director participates in clinical education, training, and competency evaluations for medical physics, Dosimetry, and therapy staff.
Qualifications
Willing to relocate to Munster, IN or surrounding area
M.S. or PhD (preferred) in Medical Physics, or a closely related field, required.
Minimum of 3+ years clinical experience in addition to a CAMPEP-accredited residency.
Candidates who have passed the Part-I and (possibly) part-II ABR Exams preferred
Experience with High Dose Rate (HDR) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) programs preferred.
Computer system administration experience with patient record and verify database applications desirable.
Certification in Radiation Oncology Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or other alternative certifying body.
Candidates who are not certified have to be eligible for board certification and must achieve this status within 3 years of hire.
Must apply for and maintain relevant State licensing and/or registration as required for working as a medical physicist at the clinical site and to do so in a timely manner
Who we are We are a team of more than 73,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
How we work When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here.
Compensation The Annual Base Pay for this position is Min $163,600 - Max $245,400. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform the essential functions of this position. Many clients require vendor credentialing before access to their sites. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: proof of valid identification, criminal background checks, drug screens, immunizations, and annual TB testing.
If this is a commission-eligible position, commissions are based on individual and/or company performance according to the Company plan.
Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, and paid sick and safe time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO and Privacy EEO is the Law. Reasonable Accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please use the accommodations form or contact the HR team.
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