What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Physicist position at Roper St. Francis Healthcare?
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
This position has a primary location that they report to but they must be willing to cover at the other two locations based on the needs of the schedule. The locations - Berkeley Hospital (Summerville,) West Ashley Cancer Center (Charleston,) and Roper Hospital (Charleston.)
HOURS: Four shifts of 8:00am - 6:00pm or Five shifts of 8:00am - 5:00pm
There is the opportunity for one day per week to be remote based on the department needs.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Radiation Oncology Physicist is responsible for ensuring the best possible treatment given the state of technology and the skills of the other members of the radiation oncology department. The physicist performs with the radiation oncologist, the radiotherapists, and others to ensure accurate delivery of a treatment prescription.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists radiation oncologist with the physical and radiobiological aspects of patients' treatments and the development of treatment.
- Maintains acquisition and storage of data for treatment plans.
- Calculates dose distributions and machine settings for patient treatments.
- Designs and fabricates treatment aids and treatment-beam modifiers.
- Ensures accuracy of treatment unit parameters and settings used for a patient's treatment, including correct transfer of parameters between the simulator, treatment plan and the treatment unit, and periodic review of each patient's chart.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certification by one of the following organizations in an appropriate area or board eligible (required):
- The American Board of Radiology - Therapeutic Radiological Physics
- The American Board of Medical Physics - Radiation Oncology Physics
Education
Doctorate’s Degree in Medical Physics (preferred)
Work Experience
2 years relevant experience or residency (preferred)
Treatment planning experience (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
- Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) x
Stoop, Kneel x
Crawling x
Climbing x
Balance x
Bending x
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting x
Walking x
Standing x
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Knowledge of radiation therapy theories, practices, and procedures to provide quality care and treatment.
Knowledge of total body irradiation practices.
Knowledge of radiation safety to ensure appropriate exposure to patients, staff and the public. Proficient in dose calculations and equipment operations.
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Radiology Services Ancillary - Therapeutic Radiology - St Francis Hospital
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
recruitment@RSFH.com
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