• Job Description

  Req#: JR-12761

  Location:

  Pembroke Pines, Florida

  At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

  Summary:

  Under supervision of the Chief Radiation Oncology Physicist, the Physicist II (Board Certified) performs medical physics periodic calibration, monitoring, and safety evaluation of all radiation producing or ancillary equipment as well as the calculation of patient dosimetry plans as prescribed and supervised by the Radiation Oncologist.

  Responsibilities:

  Provides necessary medical physics support for all aspects of radiation therapy including, but not limited to, 3D and IMRT/VMAT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation therapy/Volumetric-Modulated Arc Therapy) treatment planning, HDR (High-Dose Rate), LDR (Low-Dose Rate), Y90, IGRT (Image-Guided Radiation Therapy), SRS/SBRT (Stereotactic Radiosurgery/Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy), TBI (Total Body Irradiation), DIBH (Deep Inspiration Breath-Hold), 4D CT, and Gating.Facilitates quality management processes of the department including chart checks and dose calculations. Implements, assists with and monitors the department's radiation safety program and ensures the program's compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Performs quality assurance, including acceptance test and commissioning for LINAC machines and other equipment used in the Radiation Oncology department; monitors imaging/treatment equipment periodic testing and calibration; develops and implements appropriate shielding designs, frequent surveys, and routine exposure monitoring.Collaborates with dosimetrist and radiation oncologist to develop radiation therapy treatment plans. Develops and monitors protocols and policies to ensure accurate patient dosimetry.Oversees organization's radiation safety program and ensures the program's compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

  Competencies:

  ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, EQUIPMENT MONITORING - RADIATION ONCOLOGY, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RADIATION TREATMENT PLANNING, RADIOPHARMACEUTICAL UTILIZATION PYC, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

  Education and Certification Requirements:

  Masters (Required)ABMP Qualified Medical Physicist-Therapeutic (QMP ABMP) - American Board for Medical Physics (ABMP), ABR Qualified Medical Physicist-Therapeutic (QMP ABR) - American Board of Radiology (ABR), Therapeutic Radiological Physicist (TRP LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

  Additional Job Information:

  Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Requires good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a medical physicist. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Master’s degree in Physics or Medical Physics.Additional Cert/License Info: Therapeutic Radiological Physicist (TRP LICENSE) required and Qualified Medical Physicist-Therapeutic certification from either ABNP or ABR.

  Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Bending and Stooping = 60%
  • Climbing = 40%
  • Keyboard Entry = 80%
  • Kneeling = 60%
  • Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
  • Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
  • Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
  • Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
  • Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
  • Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
  • Reaching = 80%
  • Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
  • Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
  • Running = 0%
  • Sitting = 80%
  • Squatting = 60%
  • Standing = 80%
  • Walking = 80%
  • Audible Speech = 80%
  • Hearing Acuity = 80%
  • Smelling Acuity = 0%
  • Taste Discrimination = 0%
  • Depth Perception = 80%
  • Distinguish Color = 80%
  • Seeing - Far = 80%
  • Seeing - Near = 80%
  • Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
  • Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
  • Asbestos = 60%
  • Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
  • Dust = 60%
  • Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
  • Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
  • Hazardous Medication = 0%
  • Latex = 60%
  • Computer Monitor = 80%
  • Domestic Animals = 0%
  • Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
  • Fire Risk = 0%
  • Hazardous Noise = 0%
  • Heating Devices = 0%
  • Hypoxia = 0%
  • Laser/High Intensity Lights = 60%
  • Magnetic Fields = 40%
  • Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
  • Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
  • Potential Electric Shock = 0%
  • Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
  • Radiation = 60%
  • Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
  • Unprotected Heights = 0%
  • Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

  Shift:

  Days

  Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
  
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  Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
  
  Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.
  
  We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
  
  Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.
  
  If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net

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