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

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! #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health