Master's or Doctoral Degree in Radiation Therapy Physics or related field
One year of full-time training in therapeutic physics
One year of full-time work experience under a radiation therapy physicist
Eligibility or certification by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP)
Strong understanding of radiation oncology principles and patient care across age groups
Responsibilities
Engage in design optimization and technical evaluation of treatment plans
Perform quality control tests to monitor equipment performance
Assist in annual reviews of the Quality Control Program
Maintain documented procedures for instrument calibration
Conduct independent checks of beam output for treatment unit calibration
Ensure imaging equipment quality control is performed regularly
Evaluate equipment for reliability and make lifespan recommendations
Benefits
Participation in education activities
Opportunities for continued professional growth
Involvement in department committees
Contribution to the Radiation Oncology Quality Improvement Program
Access to in-service training for staff
Full Job Description
Overview
The Radiation Oncology Physicist is responsible for precise and accurate delivery of treatment plans, and Quality Control of equipment as directed by the Director of Medical Physics .
Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and ability to engage in the design optimization, technical evaluation, and precise and accurate delivery of treatment plans under the supervision of the Director of Medical Physics
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform quality control test to monitor baseline performance values
Demonstrates the ability to assist the Director of Medical Physics in an annual review of the effectiveness of the Quality Control Program
Under direct supervision, the medical physicist must maintain documented procedures of instrument calibration
Demonstrates the ability to assist the Director of Medical Physics in an independent check of the output of each beam performed annually to verify that the treatment unit Calibration is consistent with national standards
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to ensure that those elements of imaging equipment quality control directly relevant to radiation oncology planning are carried out at an appropriate frequency
Block mounting techniques, mechanical integrity of simulators, block cutting devices, and attachment holders on treatment equipment must be reviewed by the physicist and included as part of the Quality Control Program
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to assist the Director of Medical Physics in periodically evaluating all equipment for continued utility, appropriateness, reliable performance, age and condition, and make recommendations on a practical life span
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to assist the Director of Medical Physics in developing, implementing, and reviewing of policies and procedures that encompass radiation therapy equipment
Assumes responsibility for maintaining proficient in job skills and seeks opportunities for continued growth
Participates in education activities as evidenced by documentation
Shares knowledge and information appropriate to given situation
Maintains proficient in job skills
Serves on department committees as requested
Demonstrates and possesses the ability to obtain, interpret, and assess information reflective of the patient's requirements relative to age specific needs
Possesses the knowledge and demonstrates the ability to interact with each age specific age group of patient's, i.e., neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric
Demonstrates a knowledge of principles of human growth and development and demonstrates the ability to provide competent care with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process
Participates in the Radiation Oncology Quality Improvement Program
Develops and conducts a comprehensive quality improvement indicator which includes collection and evaluation of data
Assists the Director of Medical Physics in performing Quality Control tests to monitor baseline performance values
Maintains accurate records that meet New York State guideline
Assists the Director of Medical Physics in developing policies and procedures relative to Radiation Oncology
Ensures all policies and procedures are current and reflect any changes in new procedures
Provides in-services for staff
Shares knowledge and information regarding radiation technology and physics
Must be able to derive complex computerized treatment plans, and communicate these aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for plan approval, and to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation
Qualifications
Minimum Education: The individual must hold a Master's Degree and/or a Doctoral Degree in Radiation Therapy Physics or a closely related field such as physics, biophysics or health physics acceptable to the Director of Radiation.
Minimum Experience: The individual must complete one year of full time training in a therapeutic physics and an additional year of full time work experience under the supervision of a radiation therapy physicist at a medical institution.
Required Certification/Registration: The individual must be eligible for certification or be certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or American Board of Medical Physics (ABW) or have equivalent credentials acceptable to the Director of Radiation Oncology.
Pay Range
USD $178,000.00 - USD $248,000.00 /Yr.
About Maimonides Medical Center
Maimonides Medical Center is a non-profit, non-sectarian hospital located in Borough Park, in the New York City borough of Brooklyn, in the U.S. state of New York. Maimonides is both a treatment facility and academic medical center with 711 beds, and more than 70 primary care and sub-specialty programs. As of August 1, 2016, Maimonides Medical Center was an adult and pediatric trauma center, and Brooklyn's only pediatric trauma center.
