Master's Degree or equivalent experience required.
Current NYS Medical Physicist license and certification required.
Specialized certifications as needed for specific assignments.
1-3 years of relevant experience in medical physics required.
Strong understanding of radiation safety protocols.
Responsibilities
Ensure quality use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment.
Protect patients and staff from radiation exposure.
Calibrate all radiation therapy equipment accurately.
Participate in research and development of new therapy modalities.
Implement and oversee the Quality Assurance program for compliance.
Conduct equipment performance reviews as necessary.
Recommend radiation safety procedures for various departments.
Benefits
Opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research and development.
Engagement in a Quality Assurance program ensuring high standards.
Work in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety.
Access to specialized training and certifications as needed.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Ensures quality of care and adequate protection of patients and staff in the use of imaging equipment and other radiation-producing sources. Assists in maintaining proper calibration of equipment.
Job Responsibility
1.Ensures careful and quality use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment. 2.Protects patients and staff from radiation. 3.Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment. 4.Participates in the research and development of new therapy modalities. 5.Responsible for the implementation of the Quality Assurance program and ensures compliance with regulations of all governing agencies. 6.Conducts equipment performance reviews as needed Implements quality control procedures for imaging devices. 7.Recommends radiation safety procedures to areas using radiation. 8.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
Master's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Current license and certification to practice as a Medical Physicist in NYS, required. License and certification must be in speciality area appropriate to area of assignment. Plus specialized certifications as needed. 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.
*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
About Northwell Health
Northwell Health is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides clinical care, research, and medical education in New York. It is the largest healthcare provider and private employer in the state of New York, with over 72000 employees. Northwell Health has 23 hospitals and more than 700 outpatient facilities, as well as a medical school and a research institute. The organization was founded in 1997 as North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System and changed its name to Northwell Health in 2015.
