Radiation Oncology

Kokilabenhospital; Amravati; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokilabenhospital in Amravati is looking for a qualified Radiation Physicist to plan radiation treatments for cancer patients. Candidates must hold an M.Sc in Physics with a specialization in Radiological or Medical Physics.

The role involves ensuring radiation safety, designing treatment plans, and addressing safety concerns in radiation therapy. Expertise in advanced radiation techniques such as IMRT and IGRT is essential. The position offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• M.Sc (Physics) required, with specialization in Radiological or Medical Physics.
• Knowledge in advanced radiation therapy techniques is mandatory.
• Experience in performing accurate dose calculations for cancer treatments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform radiation treatments for cancer patients.
• Ensure accurate measurement of radiation output.
• Design radiation installations and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

3D CRT

IMRT

IGRT

Stereotactic Radio Surgery

Stereotactic Radiotherapy

Treatment Planning

Dose Calculations

Education

M.Sc (Physics) & Diploma in Radiological Physics or M.Sc (Medical Physics)

Job description

Description

Qualifications and key skills:

• M.Sc (Physics) & Diploma in Radiological Physics or M.Sc (Medical Physics)
• Knowledge of 3D CRT, IMRT, IGRT, Stereotactic Radio Surgery, Stereotactic Radiotherapy and TBI planning.
• Ability to perform IMRT and IGRT plans within stipulated timelines.
• Ability to create treatment plans on alternate machines to prevent treatment interruptions.
• Ability to work in assigned shifts based on departmental workload.

Plan radiation treatments for cancer patients and perform dose calculations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate measurement of radiation output from sources used in cancer therapy and perform patient dosimetry.
• Investigate equipment performance and organize quality control practices.
• Design radiation installations and implement controls for radiation hazards.
• Ensure radiation safety and design shielding for treatment rooms.
• Ensure teletherapy machines, scanners and computers operate safely.
• Perform machine acceptance testing.
• Consult with senior physicists, medical doctors and CT technicians regarding treatment planning.
• Maintain required records, reports and files and collect necessary statistics.
• Report all safety concerns, equipment-related issues and mishaps immediately to the HOD.
• Participate in academic activities of the department and organization.
• Be part of quality improvement initiatives and departmental protocols.
• Carry out routine measurements and analysis of radiation and radioactivity levels in controlled and supervised areas.
• Maintain records of radiation monitoring results.
• Investigate situations that may lead to potential radiation exposure.
• Advise the employer on regulatory compliance, radiation safety measures and radioactive material handling.
• Recommend remedial actions for radiation-related incidents and exposures.
• Ensure hazardous situations and corrective actions are reported to the competent authority.
• Ensure quality assurance tests of structures, systems, components and sources are conducted.
• Ensure monitoring instruments are calibrated periodically.
• Train workers on radiation hazards, safety measures and safe work practices.
• Ensure safe disposal of radioactive waste.
• Develop emergency response plans and maintain emergency preparedness.
• Advise the licensee regarding safety and security of radioactive sources.
• Submit periodic radiation safety reports to the licensee and competent authority.
• Inform the competent authority upon cessation of employment as RSO.