Medical Physicist

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Radiation Oncology Physicist Why Mount Carmel? With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide. We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. What we offer: Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one Generous paid time off programs Employee recognition incentive program Tuition/professional development reimbursement Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply) Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Why Columbus? The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com! About the job: The Mount Carmel Health System is seeking a Medical Physicist to join our ACR accredited Radiation Oncology team consisting of 6 Radiation Oncologists, 4 Medical Physicists, 4 Medical Dosimetrists, and 16 Radiation Therapists across three campuses. The three campuses work independently, however the physics staff work together on special projects and assist each other as needed, including cross coverage for vacations. Interested candidates must have a M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics and American Board of Radiology (or equivalent) certification, or complete certification within 3 years of hire (based on ABR timeline standards). The Radiation Oncology Departments across the three main campuses (Mount Carmel Grove City, Mount Carmel East, and Mount Carmel St. Ann's) are equipped with 3 Varian TrueBeams, 1 Varian Trilogy as well as 1 CyberKnife S7. Each department has a dedicated Canon Large Bore CT Simulator with Respiratory Gating functionality. Treatment planning software include Eclipse, BrachyVision, Accuray Precision for CyberKnife, MIM, and Velocity. The Grove City campus is the home for the HDR program and utilizes a VariSource afterloader. Mount Carmel Health System has a single ARIA Record and Verify database environment, which facilitates cross coverage. Other equipment and procedures offered in our system include 3D, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, HyperARC, 4DCT, DIBH, OSMS, HDR, Zeiss IORT, LDR prostate seed implants, and GammaTile. What you'll do: Job responsibilities include maintaining and executing the Radiation Oncology Quality Assurance program, ensuring compliance with all radiation safety policies, guidelines and regulations; provide quality control checks and oversight of treatment plans to assure accurate treatment delivery including patient specific QC; assist with acquisition and evaluation of new equipment; development and implementation of new treatment techniques; participation in Clinical Trials; consult with Radiation Oncologists, Dosimetrists, and Therapists to ensure safe and effective treatment of patients. Participates in the department PI, Risk Management and Organizational Integrity programs, and applicable regulatory requirements. Communicates pertinent clinical information to appropriate members of the patient care team and department personnel. Responsible for performing a variety of technical tasks and direct patient care activities requiring independent judgement and initiative. Responsible for performing a variety of non-technical tasks and indirect patient care activities. Takes responsibility to facilitate improvements in patient services, staff/physician relationships and the working climate. Documents, accurately and completely, pertinent assessment, interventions and outcomes and outcomes for patients in accordance with documentation standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines. What we're looking for: Minimum Education Requirement: Masters of Science in Medical Physics Licensure Requirement: ABR board certified medical physicist preferred Must be able to understand the aspects of radiation oncology and physics to derive computerized plans and communicate these aspects to the Radiation Oncologist for plan approval as well as to the Radiation Therapist for plan implementation. Performs quality assurance and upgrades data tables on the treatment planning computer. Has working knowledge of radiation safety and current rules and regulations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and State Regulations. Must be able to perform quality assurance and acceptance testing using scanning equipment on the radiation therapy treatment units. Possess decision-making ability with results-oriented focus. Demonstrates strong initiative and ability to provide visionary leadership to move the service line forward. Proven ability to work with others in a team building, multidisciplinary environment. Ability to travel to multiple work and/or business sites. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with physicians to develop programs and resolve problems. -- Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Based in Livonia, Mich., and with annual operating revenues of $17.6 billion and assets of $24.7 billion, the organization returns $1.1 billion to its communities annually in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs. Committed to those who are poor and underserved in its communities, Trinity Health is known for its focus on the country's aging population. As a single, unified ministry, the organization is the innovator of Senior Emergency Departments, the largest not-for-profit provider of home health care services — ranked by number of visits — in the nation, as well as the nation’s leading provider of PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) based on the number of available programs. For more information, visit www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow @TrinityHealthMI on Twitter.

Salary : $18 - $25