Radiation Physicist Supervisor

Radiation Physicist Supervisor

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

External candidates may be eligible for Relocation Assistance!

Position Summary

The staff Radiation Physicist Supervisor 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. The Physicist Supervisor will also evaluate employee performance, establish work schedules, and develop solutions to technical issues. Will serve as a subject matter expert in radiation physics and provides direction and oversight for the work of radiation physicists and dosimetrists. It is expected that the Physicist Supervisor will contribute to Radiation Oncology program development and implementation, as needed, in order to bring new and upgraded radiation oncology treatment techniques and modalities into our clinical practice.

Position Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree or PhD in medical physics or equivalent with the appropriate clinical training, required.

Required Experience / Skills & Abilities

• 3 years progressive experience in radiation physics.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and advanced proficiency as a radiation physicist.
• Possesses 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.
• Possesses a high level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Works independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist.
• Broad knowledge of radiation safety principles/practices and current rules and regulations of the State of Oregon.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• ABR (American Board of Radiology) or equivalent certification.
• BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Certifications

• MHP: Medical Health Physics Certification
• MP: Medical Physics and participation in MOC (maintenance of certification), if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning SBRT, VMAT, IGRT, SRS, and TomoTherapy treatment planning & administration.
• Specialized training in dosimetric techniques and physics of treatment planning and calibration of Linacs, including Elekta Infinity.
• 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.

Total Rewards Package

• Earn a competitive and progressive salary
• Benefit from health plans that are focused on health and wellness including medical, dental, vision and wellness beginning within 30 days of hire
• Plan for your future with a retirement package that includes up to 6% employer contribution
• Experience a healthy work-life balance with our generous earned time off (ETO)
• Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment plans

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