Medical Physicist

3 weeks ago


Shreveport, Louisiana, United States Ochsner Health Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Physicist to join our team at Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana. As a Medical Physicist, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care and advancing medical science through research and education.

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 patient dose delivery through electronic and paper chart QA checks.
  • Conduct quality assurance (QA) program for radiation-producing machines and assist with equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Perform patient-specific dose measurements and consult with dosimetrists, therapists, and staff as needed.
  • Participate in professional development activities to maintain clinical knowledge, technical skills, and credentials.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics, or related field.
  • 2 years of experience in clinical medical physics, including documented experience in a clinical CT environment.
  • 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 related field.
  • Certification in therapeutic radiological physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics.
What We Offer

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. We are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development in a compassionate team-oriented environment.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands of this role include heavy work, exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The incumbent works in a patient care area, works in an area where patients enter, works directly with patients, and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.


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