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Medical Physicist
1 month ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Physicist to join our team at Ochsner Health System. As a key member of our radiation oncology department, you will be responsible for providing radiation physics support for the treatment of patients with cancer and other diseases requiring radiation therapy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in patient treatment planning and review performance improvement records.
- Assist with the preparation of special procedures, including radioactive implants, stereotactic radiosurgery, and stereotactic body radiation therapy.
- Verify that patients have received prescribed doses by performing electronic and paper chart QA checks of calculations and treatment plans.
- Participate in QA programs for radiation-producing machines and assist in equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
- Perform patient-specific dose measurements required for determination of monitor units or verification of treatment.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in medical physics, radiological physics, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in clinical medical physics, including documented experience in a clinical CT environment conducting at least 10 CT performance evaluations under the direct supervision of a board-certified medical physicist.
- Board eligible in therapeutic radiological physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in medical physics, radiological physics, or a related field.
- Certification in therapeutic radiological physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics.
Why Join Our Team:
Ochsner Health System is committed to providing high-quality patient care and is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
