Medical Physicist

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH is seeking a Radiation Physicist 2 to oversee calibration of treatment machines, dosimetry equipment, and radiation safety within the Department of Radiation Oncology.

Under indirect supervision, you will interpret prescriptions, collaborate on treatment plan design, supervise dosimetrists, and contribute to equipment monitoring, QA, and clinical research as required.

Qualifications

• Master's of Science Degree in Math and Physics.
• American Board of Radiology Certification within three years of hire.
• 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred. This position is for supporting the Proton Therapy operations and previous experience with Proton Radiotherapy is very desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional medical physics services in Radiation Oncology.
• Evaluate and interpret medical radiation treatment prescriptions; collaborate with medical providers in design and modification of radiation treatments; oversee treatment plans developed by Dosimetrists; participate in calibration and safety surveys.

Education

Master's of Science Degree in Math and Physics

American Board of Radiology Certification

Job description

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Career Roadmap Profile: Radiation Physicist 2

Scope of Position

The clinical physicist in Radiation Oncology is responsible for specification and acquisition of all radiation generating equipment, calibration of the treatment machines and acquisition and maintenance of all dosimetry and health-physics equipment. Reviews OSU radiation treatment charts and instructs personnel in principles and regulations related to radiation therapy physics, dosimetry and radiation protection.

Position Summary

Under indirect supervision, provides professional medical physics services at the Department of Radiation Oncology (or its outreach/affiliates) of the Medical Center. Evaluates and interprets medical radiation treatment prescriptions. Collaborates with medical providers in the design and modification of effective radiation treatments for patients; oversees and monitors treatment plans developed by Dosimetrists, and participates in development and execution of equipment monitoring, calibration, and safety surveys. Provide technical assistance in the development of treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy; monitor patients; maintain established policies, procedures, objectives, quality measurement, and safety; perform clinical research as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's of Science Degree with Math and Physics concentration. American Board of Radiology Certification within three years of hire. 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred. This position is for supporting the Proton Therapy operations and previous experience with Proton Radiotherapy is very desirable.

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION: Imaging

SUB-FUNCTION: Radiation Biologist and Physics

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Clinical

LEVEL: C2

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