Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology

Job Description

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) & conventional 3D treatment planning.
• Review weekly patient charts & participate in chart rounds.
• Perform in-vivo dosimetry.
• Perform patient specific IMRT QA, second check of IMRT, and conventional treatment plans.
• Execute manual calculation checks on computerized treatment plan monitor unit.
• Perform monthly testing of all measurement equipment.
• Implement 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.

About Us

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.