AdventHealth University

Certified Radiation Physicist

AdventHealth University$153K — $285K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Medical Physics or related field required
  • Doctorate in Medical Physics or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of relevant experience required
  • Certification from American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) or American Board of Radiology (ABR) required

Responsibilities

  • Deliver precise radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by oncologists
  • Develop and implement individualized radiation treatment plans using advanced software
  • Collaborate with oncologists and healthcare professionals to optimize treatment protocols
  • Conduct quality assurance tests on radiation therapy equipment
  • Monitor and evaluate patient responses, adjusting treatment plans accordingly
  • Educate patients about the radiation therapy process and post-care
  • Maintain accurate patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and safety protocols

Benefits

  • Full-time schedule with daytime hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm)
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative healthcare environment
  • Emphasis on continuous professional development and training
  • Use of advanced imaging technologies in treatment planning
  • Engagement in patient education and support, fostering holistic care
Full Job Description
Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HOSPITAL DR

City:

HENDERSONVILLE

State:

North Carolina

Postal Code:

28792

Job Description:

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Days Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Locations: Asheville/Clyde, NC

  • Delivers precise radiation therapy treatments to patients as prescribed by oncologists.
  • Develops and implements individualized radiation treatment plans using advanced planning software.
  • Collaborates with oncologists, medical physicists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize treatment protocols.
  • Conducts quality assurance tests on radiation therapy equipment to ensure accurate and safe operation.
  • Monitors and evaluates patient responses to radiation therapy, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
  • Educates patients and their families about the radiation therapy process, potential side effects, and post-treatment care.
  • Maintains accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans, dosages, and progress notes.
  • Ensures compliance with all regulatory standards and safety protocols related to radiation therapy. Other duties as assigned.
  • Utilizes imaging technologies such as CT, MRI, and PET scans to guide treatment planning and delivery. Participates in continuous professional development and training to stay current with advancements in radiation therapy.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues with radiation therapy equipment. Provides emotional support and reassurance to patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Education:
  • Doctorate [Preferred]
  • Master's [Required]

Field of Study:
  • Master: MS or PhD in Medical Physics or related field
  • Doctorate: MS or PhD in Medical Physics or related field

Work Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:
  • American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) OR
  • American Board of Radiology (ABR) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$153,250.50 - $285,050.81

About AdventHealth University

AdventHealth University is a private university in Orlando, Florida. It was founded in 1992 and is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in various fields including nursing, radiography, and sonography. AdventHealth University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
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