Medical Physicist HND / BA / BSc Job

Job description

The Medical Physicist will be responsible for performing CT Stimulation to treatment, quality assurances to documentation under supervision of Senior Medical Physicist

Responsibilities

Responsible for the systematic measurement, documentation, and assurance of the physics aspects of all radiation delivery equipment used in clinic.
Measurement and analysis of beam data; and tabulation of beam data for clinical use.
Performs acceptance testing and commissioning of all treatment-related equipment which includes calibration of all radiation producing sources and maintenance of all information for their appropriate use, radiation safety and compliance with state and national regulations.
Understand physical aspects of all radiation sources (radioactive materials and radiation producing machines) used in a radiation oncology program.
Develops and documents performance specifications, testing, tolerances, and frequency of testing for all therapy equipment. supervision of radiation therapy equipment servicing and maintenance of records.
Routine performance of acceptance testing, calibration, and safety surveys of imaging and radiation therapy equipment.
Develops, implements, and supervises quality control programs in the radiology and/or radiation oncology department and carries out tests to reassure efficient and reliable performance of equipment.
Maintains a comprehensive quality assurance program that ensures patients are provided tumor localization, radiation treatment, and dose distributions as prescribed which includes assurance of the accuracy of treatment unit parameters.
Responsible for the development of treatment plans, acquisition, and storage of data for treatment plans, and the calculation of dose distributions and machine settings for treatment delivery.
Develops and documents performance specifications, testing, tolerances, and frequency of testing for all therapy equipment.
Development of QA protocols and procedures in radiation therapy regarding delivery of radiation treatment, radiation safety and control and regulatory compliance.
Responsible for the development of treatment plans as assigned including routine, 3D, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT, HDR, and SRS/SBRT treatment planning.
Translates the desired treatment plan into a set of instructions for the radiation therapist(s) to execute.
Responsible for the in-vivo dose measurement and use of measuring devices for verification of dose delivery to patients.
Provides interpretation/consultation to the Radiation Oncologist on basis of in-vivo dosimetry.
Directs the design, fabrication and measurement of treatment beam modifiers and treatment aids.
Responsible to obtain and disseminate information pertaining to current practices within the field of radiation oncology physics.
Collaborates with the Radiation oncologist and radioiodination therapists in the treatment planning verification and execution of plans.
Provides consultation to the Radiologist(s) and Radiation Oncologist(s) on the physical and radiobiological aspect of treatment.
Performs calculations of dose distribution in and around tumor and surrounding normal tissue.
Ensures correct radiation dosimetry in teletherapy and Brachytherapy.
Designs of auxiliary devices needed for accurate treatment of patients.
Performs after repair tests of radiotherapy equipment in collaboration with the maintenance engineer.
Prepares presentations to medical and radiation oncologists, radiation therapists and nurses on radiation physics, protection, and dosimetry.
Conducts training and presentation sessions on radiation safety issues for medical students, radiology or radiation oncology residents, graduate students, physicians, nurses, technologists, ancillary personnel, and other staff.
Consults with other physicians and patients regarding radiation exposure and safety.
Participates in department financial and personnel planning.
Provide research and development of new devices and modalities for improved diagnostic and therapeutic uses of radiation and ultrasound.
Participates in physics, clinical and basic research.

Qualification

BS degree in related healthcare field
At least 2 Years Experience working with an EMR would be an advantage.

Learning & Growth /Innovation

Continually seek out new ways of improving the company’s operations.

Technical Competence

Radiological Physics and Radiation safety
Medical Imaging Physics
Radiotherapy Physics
Health Physics
Computational Physics
Instrumentation and Equipment\
Clinical Protocols and Procedures
Research and Development
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Radiobiology

Generic Competence

Experience with Microsoft office required
Effective communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Problem solving skills and ability to multitask
Compassionate with teamwork skills
BS degree in related healthcare field
Experience working with an EMR would be an advantage

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