Medical Physicist

2 weeks ago

Irving, Texas, United States Texas Oncology Full time
Overview:
Texas Oncology is seeking a highly skilled Certified Medical Physicist to join our team at the Texas Center for Proton Therapy. As a key member of our radiation oncology team, you will be responsible for assisting the Director of Physics in general medical physics duties, including complex treatment plan optimization and assessment, patient immobilization evaluation, and radiation protection safety.

Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based cancer care to our patients, and we are looking for a talented Medical Physicist to help us achieve this goal.

The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree in Physics or a related field, clinical medical physics residency experience, and current certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Radiology.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a generous PTO program and opportunities for professional growth and development.


Responsibilities:

SCOPE:

The Medical Physicist will assist the Director of Physics in the operation of the proton radiation therapy clinic, including complex treatment plan optimization and assessment, patient immobilization evaluation, and radiation protection safety.

The Medical Physicist will also work closely with internal and external partners, including therapists, physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, and machine vendors, to facilitate the operation of the clinic.

The Medical Physicist will be responsible for patient-specific and general QA aspects of the overall treatment process and equipment.

At the discretion of the Director of Physics, the Medical Physicist may participate in the acceptance and commissioning of all proton therapy equipment.

The Medical Physicist will support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operates with proficiency dosimetric and treatment planning equipment, including measurement instruments, computerized proton treatment planning systems, and computerized water phantom systems.

Measures and analyzes proton radiation data in accordance with the Center's mission of clinical services and clinical research. Utilizes treatment planning computer software and data analysis programs to assist in the Center's clinical operation.

Advises and consults with physicians to provide advice or direction to technical staff when patients are being planned or treated.

Develops protocols for performing and checking proton treatment plans to ensure patient safety and dosimetric accuracy. Participates in chart rounds.

Performs daily, monthly, and annual calibrations for all proton therapy equipment following the international standard of IAEA TRS-398 protocol as outlined in the Center's Medical Physics QA procedures and policies.

Performs daily, monthly, and annual quality control tests of proton beam characteristics and mechanical characteristics of all proton therapy equipment.

Performs patient-specific radiation measurements and calculations and assists in the selection, specification, and optimization of any complex proton PBS and DS beam definitions required for patient treatment.

Performs monthly and annual quality control tests of x-ray simulation equipment. Assists the Center's Radiation Safety Officer in maintaining the compliance with local, State, and federal agencies regulatory requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, annual surveys, radiation dosage records, and radiation safety lectures. Participates in the training of new physics and dosimetry staff. Participates in the Center's research and development projects, including all efforts related to clinical trials. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Physics.

Qualifications:

  • Postgraduate degree in Physics or related discipline of study from an accredited college or university.
  • Clinical medical physics residency completed from a CAMPEP accredited residency program, or minimum three to five years of experience in proton radiation physics is preferred.
  • Must have current certification or be eligible for certification in field by American Board of Radiology.
  • Must maintain certification and continuing education requirements outlined by American Board of Radiology.
  • Must obtain and maintain valid Texas state license for medical physics as required.
  • Medical Physics Residents who are board eligible are encouraged to apply.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have the ability to utilize components of the treatment-planning computer including but not limited to the use of keyboards and mouse controls.

Must be able to stand for 8 hours; lift 40 pound block to shoulder level; have sufficient visual acuity to distinguish structures and isodose displays on computer monitor.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, low-dose ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

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