New
Physicist (W)
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![]() United States, New Hampshire, Dover | |
![]() 789 Central Avenue (Show on map) | |
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Summary:
Supervises dosimetrists and radiation therapists in treatment planning and devises methods to apply laws and theories of physics to radiation medicine. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions: 3-D conformal, IMRT, VMAT, and SBRT treatment planning and general medical physics support. -General medical physics support will include, but is not limited to, regular clinical physics coverage, participation in commissioning, upgrade, repair, acceptance testing, monthly and annual QA of treatment equipment. -Clinical trouble shooting, initial and weekly chart checks, treatment planning consultation and other routine clinical physics responsibilities. -Participate in developmental efforts on various clinical physics projects and collaborate with the main campus and other satellite facilities. -Assist with generating proper records and correspondence pertaining to quality control and quality assurance, calibration, radiation safety and compliance with state and Federal regulations and standards of accrediting bodies. -Actively participate in patient chart checks (initial, continuing, and final) and treatment plan reviews, image fusion, dose calculation verifications, and special physics consultations as requested by physicians. -Keep abreast of new scientific methods and developments. Education Master's Degree Medical Physics required or Doctorate Medical Physics required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Clinical experience 2-3 years required and Experience in treatment planning and planning systems, particularly RayStation 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - An understanding of radiation physics, anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, and radiation safety. - Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. - Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, and the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities. - Good basic computer skills. Physical Requirements Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. |