Medical Physicist - Radiation Job at START Center for Cancer Research, San Antonio, TX

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  • START Center for Cancer Research
  • San Antonio, TX

Job Description

Why Join Us?

The START Center is growing! We are pioneering premier Cancer Care for our patients with leading doctors, advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge therapies. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and yearly bonus opportunities. The growth of our organization and our innovative environment to treat and care for patients that have cancer make us a great match for anyone looking to begin or further their career at a company with a mission that truly impacts lives.

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JOB SUMMARY: Provides professional medical physics services. Works with radiation oncologists in designing and modifying radiation treatment for patients including evaluating and interpreting medical radiation treatment prescriptions. Engages in treatment planning, research and development, policy drafting, and monitoring health & safety regulations. Responsible for equipment monitoring and calibration.

TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General Supervision by Director of Medical Physics

TYPE OF SUPERVISION PERFORMED: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs calibration checks, safety surveys and acceptance testing of linear accelerators, and other sources of radiation to ensure correct and consistent results or outputs are achieved Develops, supervises, and maintains quality assurance programs throughout radiation therapy Consults with radiation oncologists and staff concerning patient treatments and radiation safety Trains and advises technical staff on new equipment and protocols Lectures and trains other health professionals Responds to problems, and provides advice and technical assistance as needed Researches new equipment developments and techniques, assessing the impact on existing clinical practices Updates knowledge of health and safety legislation and procedures Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of MS required in Radiation Therapeutic Medical Physics. At least 6 months of experience related to duties and responsibilities specified herein. Board certified as Medical Physicist (ABR, ABM, or equivalent) preferred. Texas State License in Therapeutic Medical Physics required.

LIST ANY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR SKILLS REQUIRED TO INCLUDE LANGUAGE AND EQUIPMENT. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. In-depth knowledge and understanding of current radiation therapy principles, methods, procedures, and techniques. Knowledge and understanding of the operational characteristics, usage, and safety parameters of a comprehensive range of radiation therapy equipment and facilities. Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. Broad product knowledge in area of specialty and ability to develop purchasing specifications.

Job Tags

Full time

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