Sr. Medical Physicist (Palm Springs, CA)

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. We're seeking a senior medical physicist to join a highly skilled team in beautiful Palm Springs, CA. This is an opportunity to work alongside 3 Radiation Oncologists, 2 physicists and 2 dosimetrists in a practice committed to delivering advanced high-quality patient care. Palm Springs offers an exceptional Southern California lifestyle, with more than 300 days of sunshine each year. Enjoy weekend hiking in Joshua Tree National Park, golfing year-round, relaxing at renowned resorts, or exploring nearby destinations such as Los Angeles, San Diego and the California coast. It's the perfect combination of outdoor recreation, culture and quality of life. The Facility Is Equipped With The Following 2 Varian TrueBeam and 1 Novalis LINAC Eclipse and ARIA GammaMed plus HDR BrachyVision Duties/Responsibilities Calibration of dose meters (including dosimetric inter-comparisons for QA) and radiation equipment (accelerator monitor unit calibration) Beam data acquisition for treatment planning Preparation of data for treatment planning systems Development/improvement of dose measurement systems and protocols and software for dosimetry purposes (including spreadsheets and databases) Ensures compliance with Federal, State and organizational regulations for radiation safety. Participates in development of organizational Performance Improvement activities, policies and procedures, standards of practice to meet required regulatory requirements. Assists in Acceptance testing and commissioning of new machines and acceptance testing and re-commissioning after major maintenance Performs individual treatment planning, dosimetry calculations, and treatment planning reviews (physics component) Provides physics consultation to all radiation oncology personnel and radiation oncologist concerning aspects of patient care and treatment Ensure routine verification of department treatment planning system. Collaborates with information services department, provides software management of department planning system Assists in the planning and shielding calculations for new radiation facilities and programs. Interprets and prepares documentation summary of regulatory changes for integration into departmental operations Provides dosimetry checks following source changes. Assists with the selection and acquisition of sources for permanent implant techniques In collaboration with department director and Physics director participates in clinical education, training, and competency evaluations for medical physics, Dosimetry, and therapy staff. Qualifications Located or willing to relocate to Palm Springs, CA or surrounding area required M.S. or PhD (preferred) in Medical Physics, or a closely related field, required. Minimum of 5+ years clinical experience in addition to a CAMPEP-accredited residency. Candidates who have passed the Part-I and (possibly) part-II ABR Exams preferred Experience with High Dose Rate (HDR) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) programs preferred. Computer system administration experience with patient record and verify database applications desirable. Certification in Radiation Oncology Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or other alternative certifying body. Candidates who are not certified have to be eligible for board certification and must achieve this status within 3 years of hire. Must apply for and maintain relevant State licensing and/or registration as required for working as a medical physicist at the clinical site and to do so in a timely manner Who we are We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways. How we work: When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here. The Base Pay Range For This Position Is $266,850 - $366,916 Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance. Benefits medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance long-term and short-term disability insurance paid parking/public transportation paid time off paid sick and safe time. Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform the essential functions of this position. Many clients require Siemens Healthineers employees and representatives to meet certain Vendor Credentialing requirements before they will be allowed to have access to their sites. Unless prohibited by law, position must meet all Vendor Credentialing requirements necessary to have full client access and must continue to meet those requirements during the course of employment in this position. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: Proof of valid identification (photo, driver's license, SSN) Criminal background checks Drug screens Immunizations (COVID-19, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus) Annual TB testing Healthcare training. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here. Reasonable Accommodations: Siemens Healthineers is committed to equal employment opportunity. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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