What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Physicist position at St. Charles Health System?
Typical pay range : $171,121.00 - $256,692.00 salary range.
Radiation Oncology - Bend, Oregon
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE : Medical Physicist
REPORTS TO POSITION : Chief Medical Physicist
DEPARTMENT : Cancer Services
DATE LAST REVIEWED : December 2022
OUR VISION : Creating America's healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION : In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES : Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY : The Cancer Center at St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive clinic providing complete care to our patients. In this growing department the Physicist works closely with the radiation oncologists and dosimetrists. Our center is also a clinical training site for various specialties by affiliation with prominent regional programs, including Medical Dosimetry. Clinical efforts feature cranial SRS, multiple SBRT sites, HDR brachytherapy, clinical trial participation, and progressive treatment techniques. St. Charles Health System maintains active IROC credentialing. Clinical tools include Raystation, MIM, Brainlab Dynamic, a full Sun Nuclear suite, and Mosaiq.
The cancer center also provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship, and other supportive care treatments.
POSITION OVERVIEW : The Medical Physicist at St. Charles Health System provides all reasonable aspects of Medical Physics support to Cancer Services Radiation Therapy as a scientific and technical expert for the department. The physicist assures safe, effective, and accurate delivery of radiation to achieve desirable therapeutic results as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist, by applying AAPM, ASTRO, and ACR recommendations. They must produce clear, appropriate documentation and communication to ensure high-quality patient care. This position maintains Oregon Health Authority and NRC regulatory compliance and participates as needed in radiation safety efforts for the Cancer Center, and St. Charles Health System. The physicist participates in continuing education to stay abreast of progressive quality control methods, patient treatment techniques, and department management techniques. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES :
Provides all medical physics services and related functions for Cancer Services.
Maintains the technical quality, calibration, and accuracy of radiation treatment equipment and hardware including but not limited to : all linear accelerators, on-board imaging systems, CT simulators, HDR brachytherapy afterloaders, and all supporting quality-assurance equipment.
Maintains technical quality and accuracy of the Raystation treatment planning system, Mosaiq record and verify system, and associated computer systems / interfaces.
Makes recommendations for purchase or replacement of software and hardware systems as needed.
Participates in continuous-improvement initiatives.
Researches methods and techniques which enhance the precision of radiation treatments. Develops education plans and disseminates this information to caregivers.
Provides specific patient services such as special physics consultations, special dosimetry consultations, and computerized treatment planning as needed. Collects patient-specific TLD in-vivo dosimetry measurements as needed.
Reviews daily quality assurance metrics, performs weekly chart reviews per HCFA requirements, provides any needed patient-specific calculations, etc.
Provides deformable image and dose registrations to the Radiation Oncologist. Maintains technical accuracy and quality controls over the deformation systems (Raystation and MIM).
Supports departmental development initiatives such as participation in clinical trials, and student education opportunities.
Assists in patient-care procedures as requested by the Radiation Oncologists.
Submits timely and accurate physics charges. Maintains familiarity with job-relevant CMS guidance.
Provides appropriate oversight as custodian of radioactive materials in Radiation Oncology. This includes but is not limited to HDR Ir-192 sources and any QA sources.
Serves as a member of, or provide reports to, the Radiation Safety Committee as necessary.
Assist the hospital RSO as necessary.
Actively participates in modern quality assurance and quality improvement programs that conform to AAPM recommendations, Joint Commission requirements, and Oregon Health Authority and NRC regulations.
Participates in the drafting, development, revision, and maintenance of departmental policies, procedures, workflows, and Standard Work processes.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Supports the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Deliver customer service and / or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, and is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION :
Required : An accredited graduate degree in a science or engineering field relevant to the clinical practice of Medical Physics.
Preferred : Masters, DMP, or Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics from a CAMPEP-accredited program.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION :
Required : Certification by the American Board of Radiology or a commensurate Medical Specialties Board.
Preferred : Active status on NRC, or Agreement State, Radioactive Materials License.
EXPERIENCE :
Required : Two (2) years as a clinical Medical Physicist, Medical Physics Assistant, or Medical Physics Resident.
Preferred : CAMPEP-Accredited Residency.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT :
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Continually (75% or more) : Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%) : Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation, operation of motor vehicle.
Occasionally (25%) : Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying / pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping / squeezing.
Rarely (10%) : Stooping / kneeling / crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-25 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%) : Climbing ladder / step-stool, lifting / carrying / pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%) : Heat, cold, wet / slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours :
Caregiver Type :
Regular
Shift :
Variable (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
Job Family : PHYSICIST
Scheduled Days of the Week :
Monday-Friday
Shift Start & End Time :
Varied
Salary : $171,121 - $256,692
