Physicist- Radiation Oncology (Full-Time Day), Long Branch, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Discounts through partners

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a skilled Physicist to oversee technical aspects of the quality control program in Radiation Oncology. This role involves ensuring accurate dose delivery, assisting in treatment planning, and performing equipment calibrations. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated team to solve treatment challenges and maintain compliance with safety regulations. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers a supportive environment to thrive in your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clinical Radiation Therapy Department.
• Eligible for ABR certification in related Medical physics specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assists in meeting NJ State and NRC regulations for patient treatment and safety.
• Plans HDR brachytherapy cases and performs HDR calibrations.

Skills

Clinical Radiation Therapy

Equipment Calibration

Treatment Planning

Dose Prescription

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Radiation Science

Eligibility for ABR Certification

Tools

R/V System

Linear Accelerators

Job description

Job Overview:

The Physicist is responsible for technical aspects of the quality control program in the Radiation Oncology Dept., including equipment calibration and commissioning. Ensures that the dose prescription is accurately delivered to the defined patient site.

Qualifications:

Required:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Radiation Science, Health Physics, Physics or equivalent
• Two years of experience in a clinical Radiation Therapy Department
• Eligible for ABR certification in related Medical physics specialty

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• 40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

• Assists Chief Physicist in meeting the NJ State and NRC regulations for patient treatment and safety
• Assists Dosimetrists in performing all treatment planning and calculations as well as performing these same procedures
• Assists in yearly and monthly calibrations of Linear Accelerators as assigned by the Chief Physicist
• Plans HDR brachytherapy cases; performs HDR calibrations, delivers HDR treatment with physician authorized users
• Verifies all treatment parameters are entered in the patient chart and the correctness of them in R/V system
• Works in close contact with the Chief Physicist, Dosimetrists, and physicians in solving treatment problems
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!