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The Medical Physicist in Radiation Oncology provides medical physics services for patients who are prescribed to receive radiation therapy for cancer and other conditions. Ensures the safety and quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment. Oversees the radiation safety of patients and staff. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts routine equipment and software systems performance testing, and implements procedures to ensure quality control of all radiation therapy planning, delivery, and imaging devices and software. Participation in clinical trials.
EQUIPMENT & MODALITIES
External Beam Machines (photons and electrons) CT Simulator HDR equipment Oncology Information System (Varian Aria Cloud) Radiation planning system (Varian Eclipse) EMR - EPIC Other: Special Procedures (SRS, SBRT, SGRT), MIM, RadFormation, DotDecimal Radio-pharmaceuticals Total Body Irradiation Total Skin electron Therapy HDR Brachytherapy
GENERAL DUTIES
Participate in patient treatment planning. Assists with the preparation and delivery of special procedures, which may include: radioactive implants, stereotactic cranial and body radiation therapy, total body and total skin irradiation, and radio-pharmaceuticals. Verifies that patients receive their prescribed doses by performing quality assurance (QA) reviews of treatment plans, dose calculations, and dose delivery sessions. Performs patient-specific dose measurements, as required, for the determination of monitor units or verification of intended doses (IMRT QA, in-vivo dosimetry, etc.) as to ensure that prescribed doses are delivered within tolerance. Available to consult with clinic physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and staff, as required. Enacts radiation safety procedures for the protection of the patients and staff. Adapts behavior to the specific patient populations, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style. Contributes to and manages a comprehensive Quality Program that monitors, evaluates, and optimizes clinical radiation oncology processes. Contributes and adheres to policies and procedures related to the appropriate therapeutic use of radiation as part of a comprehensive clinical radiation safety program and as required for maintenance of ACR and other accreditations. Contributes to maintenance of records needed by TJC, NRC, state, or other regulatory agencies. Participates in the QA program for radiation-producing equipment by performing and overseeing annual, monthly, weekly, and daily tests, calibrations, and safety procedures. Contributes to maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies rules and recommendations for radiation therapy equipment (external beam, brachytherapy, and simulator) and radiation exposure limits. Provides radiation oncology physics and radiation training to medical practitioners and other health-care providers including education related to safety and quality improvement processes within radiation oncology. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with them. Available to participate in clinical trials.
Experience Qualifications
2 years of Clinical Medical Physics (residency or beyond)
Education Qualifications
Required: Master's Degree Medical Physics, Radiological Physics or related field Preferred: Ph.D. in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics or related field
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Board eligible in Therapeutic Radiological Physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics Board certified by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of the Radiation Oncology linear accelerator systems. Ability to troubleshoot equipment calibration issues. Knowledge of Radiation Oncology planning systems and equipment operations Be thorough and pay attention to details
Work Shift
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary
About East Jefferson General Hospital
East Jefferson General Hospital,
a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.
Your extras
Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Simple things make the difference.
To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
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Medical Physicist - Radiation Therapy
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LCMC Health 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Medical Physicist - Radiation Therapy
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LCMC Health Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Your job is more than a job.
The Medical Physicist in Radiation Oncology provides medical physics services for patients who are prescribed to receive radiation therapy for cancer and other conditions. Ensures the safety and quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment. Oversees the radiation safety of patients and staff. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts routine equipment and software systems performance testing, and implements procedures to ensure quality control of all radiation therapy planning, delivery, and imaging devices and software. Participation in clinical trials.
EQUIPMENT & MODALITIES
External Beam Machines (photons and electrons) CT Simulator HDR equipment Oncology Information System (Varian Aria Cloud) Radiation planning system (Varian Eclipse) EMR - EPIC Other: Special Procedures (SRS, SBRT, SGRT), MIM, RadFormation, DotDecimal Radio-pharmaceuticals Total Body Irradiation Total Skin electron Therapy HDR Brachytherapy
GENERAL DUTIES
Participate in patient treatment planning. Assists with the preparation and delivery of special procedures, which may include: radioactive implants, stereotactic cranial and body radiation therapy, total body and total skin irradiation, and radio-pharmaceuticals. Verifies that patients receive their prescribed doses by performing quality assurance (QA) reviews of treatment plans, dose calculations, and dose delivery sessions. Performs patient-specific dose measurements, as required, for the determination of monitor units or verification of intended doses (IMRT QA, in-vivo dosimetry, etc.) as to ensure that prescribed doses are delivered within tolerance. Available to consult with clinic physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and staff, as required. Enacts radiation safety procedures for the protection of the patients and staff. Adapts behavior to the specific patient populations, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style. Contributes to and manages a comprehensive Quality Program that monitors, evaluates, and optimizes clinical radiation oncology processes. Contributes and adheres to policies and procedures related to the appropriate therapeutic use of radiation as part of a comprehensive clinical radiation safety program and as required for maintenance of ACR and other accreditations. Contributes to maintenance of records needed by TJC, NRC, state, or other regulatory agencies. Participates in the QA program for radiation-producing equipment by performing and overseeing annual, monthly, weekly, and daily tests, calibrations, and safety procedures. Contributes to maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies rules and recommendations for radiation therapy equipment (external beam, brachytherapy, and simulator) and radiation exposure limits. Provides radiation oncology physics and radiation training to medical practitioners and other health-care providers including education related to safety and quality improvement processes within radiation oncology. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with them. Available to participate in clinical trials.
Experience Qualifications
2 years of Clinical Medical Physics (residency or beyond)
Education Qualifications
Required: Master's Degree Medical Physics, Radiological Physics or related field Preferred: Ph.D. in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics or related field
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Board eligible in Therapeutic Radiological Physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics Board certified by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics
Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of the Radiation Oncology linear accelerator systems. Ability to troubleshoot equipment calibration issues. Knowledge of Radiation Oncology planning systems and equipment operations Be thorough and pay attention to details
Work Shift
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary
About East Jefferson General Hospital
East Jefferson General Hospital,
a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.
Your extras
Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do
You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Simple things make the difference.
To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.
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Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LCMC Health by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Medical Physicist” roles.
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