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Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology

Glens Falls Hospital
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Glens Falls, NY, US

Salary

$175,000 - $242,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The medical physicist position provides independent support for the Radiation Oncology Department, as well as assistance to Medical Imaging and other departments using radiation equipment.
  • Candidates must have a Master's degree in Radiological Sciences or Medical Physics and a minimum of three years of experience.
  • Key responsibilities include performing IMRT treatment planning, patient chart reviews, and in-vivo dosimetry, among others.
  • The expected salary for this position in Glens Falls, New York, ranges from $175,000 to $242,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Candidates must also hold board certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics and a professional license from the New York State Education Department.

Compensation: $84.13 – $116.34 per hour (Calculated from the $175,000 – $242,000 base range). Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.

 

The Impact You Can Make 

The medical physicist works independently to provide medical physics support for the Radiation Oncology Department. In addition, provides medical physics support to Medical Imaging and other departments that utilize radiation producing equipment or radioactive material.

 

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)

  • Perform Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) treatment planning.
  • Perform conventional 3D treatment planning.
  • Perform weekly patient chart review.
  • Participate in weekly chart rounds.
  • Perform in-vivo dosimetry.
  • Perform patient specific IMRT QA
  • Perform second check of IMRT and conventional treatment plans.
  • Perform manual calculation check on computerized treatment plan monitor unit.
  • Perform monthly testing of all measurement equipment.
  • Perform Low and High dose Rate treatment planning

 

What You Bring (Qualifications)

  • Education/Accredited Programs

    • M.S. Radiological Sciences/Medical Physics.

    • Minimum of three years of Medical Physicist experience.

  • Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

    • Board certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics by the American Board of Radiology

    • Professional License in Therapeutic Radiological Physics by the New York State Education Department.

  • Skills/Abilities

    • Requires an understanding of radiation physics, medical physics, radiobiology, accelerators, simulators, brachytherapy equipment, treatment planning systems and radiation safety.

 


Mission
Our mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.
Communities We Serve
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found on the career page here.



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