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Medical Physicist

2 months ago

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States United Hospital Center Full time
Position Overview:

Join the United Hospital Center team as a Medical Physicist, where you will play a crucial role in supporting our Radiation Oncology department. This position is based in Bridgeport, West Virginia, and involves collaboration with Radiation Oncologists and fellow Medical Physicists.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the Quality Assurance (QA) processes for Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), ensuring precision in dosimetry and calibration.
  • Participate in treatment planning and the development of computerized treatment methodologies.
  • Support dosimetry for various isotopes utilized in Brachytherapy, including Iridium and Cesium.
  • Oversee the compliance of ionizing radiation usage with Federal and State regulations, implementing necessary adjustments post-inspection.
  • Monitor and maintain film badge records, contributing to the hospital's ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) program.
  • Conduct calibration of x-ray equipment and perform radiation protection surveys as required.
  • Assist in the preparation and submission of documentation for the renewal and amendment of radioactive materials licenses.
  • Ensure accountability and proper maintenance of sealed sources and therapeutic isotopes, including conducting periodic leak tests.
  • Support the development and oversight of radiation safety protocols for therapeutic isotopes in both departmental and nursing settings.
  • Collaborate with technologists, dosimetrists, and the chief medical physicist to ensure accurate patient setups and technical correctness of radiotherapy charts.
  • Contribute to the development of tumor localization procedures in partnership with the Oncologist.
  • Design and procure patient treatment aids as necessary.
Qualifications:

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess a Master of Science degree in Physics, Radiation Physics, or a related field. Certification in therapeutic radiological physics is required within three years of employment.

United Hospital Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals, including Protected Veterans and those with Disabilities.