CommonSpirit Health
Overview
We seek a highly skilled and experienced Medical Physicist to join the Barrow Radiation Oncology team. You will ensure radiation’s safe and effective use in diagnosing and treating diseases. Your expertise will support quality assurance, research, and collaboration with physicians, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes. Responsibilities
Radiation Safety: Ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations and protocols, monitor radiation levels, and implement safety measures in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. Treatment Planning: Collaborate with radiation oncologists and radiation therapists in the development of treatment plans using advanced imaging to target tumors while minimizing exposure to healthy tissues. Quality Assurance: Develop and implement QA programs to maintain safety, accuracy, and effectiveness of radiation therapy equipment and procedures; perform regular calibrations and quality control tests. Treatment Delivery: Assist in the safe and accurate delivery of radiation therapy; perform patient-specific QA checks and verify treatment parameters. Research and Development: Stay updated with advancements in medical physics and radiation oncology; contribute to ongoing research and participate in clinical trials to improve techniques and outcomes. Radiation Dosimetry: Calculate and optimize dose distributions using treatment planning systems; analyze patient data to customize plans. Training and Education: Provide education and training to medical staff, including therapists and other healthcare professionals; conduct in-service trainings, workshops, and seminars. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of treatment plans, calibrations, QA procedures, and dosimetry; prepare reports for regulatory agencies and internal reviews. Collaboration and Communication: Work with a multidisciplinary team and participate in clinical conferences and tumor boards; provide guidance on radiation-related matters. Qualifications
Minimum Masters degree in radiation physics or related field At least one year of full-time training in medical physics Must be board eligible for the American Board of Radiology (ABR) Therapeutic Medical Physics Certificate or obtain certificate within 36 months of hire or transfer Preferred Doctorate degree in radiation physics or related field Minimum two years of full-time practical training and/or supervised experience in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited residency program Current ABR Therapeutic Medical Physics certification or equivalent Experience with external beam therapy, brachytherapy, and/or stereotactic radiosurgery Experience with Varian Truebeam/Aria/Eclipse, CyberKnife, and Gamma Knife Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation processes in medical physics Proficiency with treatment planning systems, dosimetry, and QA procedures Experience with CT, MRI, and PET imaging Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects Familiarity with software and programming languages used in medical physics research and data analysis Benefits and Compensation
Relocation assistance available Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Pension plan and retirement savings plan (403b) Paid time off Continuing education opportunities Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees: up to $18,000 over five years for full-time, up to $9,000 for part-time Job Details
Where You'll Work: Barrow Neurological Institute at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ Pay Range: $81.54 - $121.29 per hour Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices
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We seek a highly skilled and experienced Medical Physicist to join the Barrow Radiation Oncology team. You will ensure radiation’s safe and effective use in diagnosing and treating diseases. Your expertise will support quality assurance, research, and collaboration with physicians, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes. Responsibilities
Radiation Safety: Ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations and protocols, monitor radiation levels, and implement safety measures in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. Treatment Planning: Collaborate with radiation oncologists and radiation therapists in the development of treatment plans using advanced imaging to target tumors while minimizing exposure to healthy tissues. Quality Assurance: Develop and implement QA programs to maintain safety, accuracy, and effectiveness of radiation therapy equipment and procedures; perform regular calibrations and quality control tests. Treatment Delivery: Assist in the safe and accurate delivery of radiation therapy; perform patient-specific QA checks and verify treatment parameters. Research and Development: Stay updated with advancements in medical physics and radiation oncology; contribute to ongoing research and participate in clinical trials to improve techniques and outcomes. Radiation Dosimetry: Calculate and optimize dose distributions using treatment planning systems; analyze patient data to customize plans. Training and Education: Provide education and training to medical staff, including therapists and other healthcare professionals; conduct in-service trainings, workshops, and seminars. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of treatment plans, calibrations, QA procedures, and dosimetry; prepare reports for regulatory agencies and internal reviews. Collaboration and Communication: Work with a multidisciplinary team and participate in clinical conferences and tumor boards; provide guidance on radiation-related matters. Qualifications
Minimum Masters degree in radiation physics or related field At least one year of full-time training in medical physics Must be board eligible for the American Board of Radiology (ABR) Therapeutic Medical Physics Certificate or obtain certificate within 36 months of hire or transfer Preferred Doctorate degree in radiation physics or related field Minimum two years of full-time practical training and/or supervised experience in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited residency program Current ABR Therapeutic Medical Physics certification or equivalent Experience with external beam therapy, brachytherapy, and/or stereotactic radiosurgery Experience with Varian Truebeam/Aria/Eclipse, CyberKnife, and Gamma Knife Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation processes in medical physics Proficiency with treatment planning systems, dosimetry, and QA procedures Experience with CT, MRI, and PET imaging Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects Familiarity with software and programming languages used in medical physics research and data analysis Benefits and Compensation
Relocation assistance available Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Pension plan and retirement savings plan (403b) Paid time off Continuing education opportunities Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees: up to $18,000 over five years for full-time, up to $9,000 for part-time Job Details
Where You'll Work: Barrow Neurological Institute at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ Pay Range: $81.54 - $121.29 per hour Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices
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