Chief Physicist

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a qualified Medical Physicist. Responsibilities include oversight of physics/dosimetry, treatment planning, and quality assurance for imaging and therapy equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree, ABR certification, and at least 5 years of experience in a hospital-based Radiation Oncology program. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• ABR certified and have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Previous experience as Chief Physicist in a hospital-based Radiation Oncology program.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of physics/dosimetry in the department.
• Coordinate treatment planning processes.
• Oversee quality control measures.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and radiation safety activities.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Complete assigned goals.

Skills

Advanced computer literacy skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communicator

Detail-oriented

Education

Masters Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Performs a variety of medical physics responsibilities including oversight for the physics/dosimetry area of the department; development of techniques used to standardize and calibrate imaging and therapy equipment; performs treatment planning for special cases; assists staff with simulations, treatments, and special device fabrication upon request; performs acceptance testing, measurements, commissioning and ongoing quality assurance testing for linear accelerators, treatment planning systems, and other equipment; maintains quality assurance files for state inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for general oversight of physics/dosimetry.
• Coordinates treatment planning processes and other procedures as indicated.
• Oversees quality control measures.
• Participates in Performance Improvement and radiation safety activities.
• Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the department.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• ABR certified; 5 years experience; previous Chief Physicist experience in hospital-based Radiation Oncology program

Education

• Masters Degree

Special Skills

• Advanced computer literacy skills. Leadership skills; excellent communicator; detail-oriented

Licensure

• ABR; BLS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE; ACMP