Radiation Oncologist - Physician

Radiation Oncology Physician

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The Memphis VA Medical Center (VAMC) is a major facility offering comprehensive healthcare to veterans across 53 counties. It includes a main hospital with specialized units, and outpatient clinics providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care. This teaching hospital offers state-of-the-art technology and extensive research programs.

Responsibilities

• The Radiation Oncology Physician develops and implements comprehensive radiation treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary oncology team.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with cancer using radiation therapy techniques.
• Perform and oversee the administration of radiation therapy, ensuring accurate and safe delivery.
• Provide compassionate patient-centered care, including counseling patients and families on treatment options, risks, and expected outcomes.
• Participate in tumor boards and multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and coordinate patient care.
• The Radiation Oncology Physician ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards related to radiation therapy.
• Participate in clinical trials and research initiatives to advance the field of radiation oncology.
• Educate and train medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals on radiation oncology practices.
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of care in radiation therapy.
• The Radiation Oncology Physician monitors and manages patients throughout the treatment process, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on patient response and side effects.

Requirements

• Shall have MD/DO, or graduated radiation oncology residency.
• Must be board-certified physicians in radiation oncology from the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
• Must have current license to practice medicine in any state, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Shall have five (5) years of clinical experience in radiation oncology excluding residency.
• Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification certified by the American Heart Association (AHA).

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