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Medical Physicist – Radiation Oncology
Location: Dayton, Middleton, Ohio,
About Us:
At DPN, our Medical Physicists play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and precision of radiation treatments for our patients. We are proud to have all 6 of our Radiation Oncology Centers accredited by ASTRO APEx and our cancer program credentialed by MD Anderson.
Position Summary:
The Medical Physicist is responsible for ensuring optimal, safe, and effective patient care related to radiation treatments. This position will involve overseeing radiation treatment plans, performing dosimetry calculations, verifying tumor doses, conducting equipment calibration, and contributing to patient-specific quality assurance (QA).
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform dosimetry calculations for various radiation types (high energy x-rays, electrons, etc.) and equipment.
- Conduct final review of treatment plans and oversee treatment planning systems.
- Provide technical direction for radiation therapy, including treatment planning, patient monitoring, and accuracy of delivery.
- Lead linear accelerator beam analysis, calibration, and periodic maintenance.
- Participate in the evaluation of diagnostic and treatment modalities to ensure maximum patient benefit.
- Ensure accurate delivery of patient-specific QA.
- Oversee technology assessment, planning, and the purchase of major equipment, as well as equipment acceptance testing and commissioning.
- Comply with healthcare privacy and safety regulations and DPN Core Values.
Required Education & Experience:
- Master's degree in Physics, Medical Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or Biophysics (Doctorate preferred).
- Certification in Therapeutic Medical Physics or equivalent (American Board of Radiology, The American Board of Medical Physics, or The Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine).
- Minimum of 2 years’ clinical experience in a major radiation center.
Work Schedule:
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
- No weekends, evenings, or holidays – a great work/life balance!
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) with accrual increase after 1 year of service
- 401K with company match
- Yearly bonus program
- Scrub allotment
- Company holidays plus a flexible holiday
Core Values Expectations (CARES Model):
- Compassion: Show empathy and kindness to others.
- Accountability: Take responsibility for your actions.
- Respect: Demonstrate respect in all interactions.
- Excellence: Strive for excellence in everything you do.
- Service: Provide outstanding service to patients, team members, and the community.
Additional Expectations:
As a service-oriented organization, all DPN employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism and compassion in interactions with patients, team members, and others. This includes:
- Smiling, making eye contact, and greeting others energetically.
- Actively listening to concerns, restating information, and empathizing with patients and families.
- Providing updates on delays and ensuring patients feel valued and cared for.
Why Join Us?
- Join a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in patients' lives.
- Benefit from a flexible schedule, great benefits, and a supportive work environment.
Ready to Apply?
If you're a qualified Medical Physicist looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, apply now!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $169,000.00 - $245,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Granville, OH 43023 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Granville, OH 43023: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $169,000 - $245,000
