What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Physicist ARRMC position at Asante?
Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Radiation Physics, the Staff Radiation Physicist will perform Medical Physics quality assurance, calibration and consultation tasks, as well as contribute to the production of dosimetric treatment plans as prescribed and supervised by the Radiation Oncologist. It is expected that the Staff Physicist will contribute to Radiation Oncology program development and implementation as needed to bring new radiation oncology treatment techniques and modalities into our clinical practice.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's degree or PhD in medical physics, or the equivalent with the appropriate clinical training, is required.
Required Experience / Skills / Abilities
- Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.
- Expertise in the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to develop optimal treatment plans.
- Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices, and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. These tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
- A high level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Supervisor, Radiation Physics.
- Working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the State of Oregon.
- Ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.
- Strong organizational and time management skills; the ability to prioritize competing demands; and the ability to focus in a distracting environment.
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, correspondence, memorandums, and medical records.
Preferred Experience / Skills / Abilities
- 2 years professional experience performing Radiation Oncology treatment planning.
- Ability to manage Varian TrueBeam, Elektra Infinity, and Radiaxact QA.
- Exposure to RayStation treatment planning software and Mosaiq record and verify systems.
- Experience planning SBRT, VMAT and TomoTherapy treatment planning & administration.
- Specialized training in dosimetric techniques and physics of treatment planning and calibration of Linacs, including TomoTherapy.
- Strong computer skills at a user level as well as an aptitude for learning new computer software and systems including treatment planning, secondary dose calculation, image fusion/contouring, quality assurance packages and record and verify systems, as commonly encountered in Radiation Oncology practice.
Preferred Certifications
- MHP: Medical Health Physics Certification.
- MP: Medical Physics Certification.
- ABR (American Board of Radiology) or equivalent certification and participation in MOC (maintenance of certification), if applicable.
What We Offer
- Competitive starting wage
- Comprehensive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, and wellness; retirement plan with up to a 6% employer contribution; and a generous paid time off policy that increases with years of service
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Why Asante
Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence. For more on our story and award-winning health care, click HERE .
More About Asante and Southern Oregon
Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.
At Asante we are defined by our values – traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:
Excellence – Respect – Honesty – Service – Teamwork
Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
