Medical Physicist-(Oncology)-(Full-Time)

Salem Hospital, 875 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Radiation Oncology
Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Exempt
Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, hours may vary depending on business needs
Salem Health is seeking a highly motivated clinical medical physicist to join our collaborative team of three board-certified physicists and three experienced dosimetrists. We value professionalism, accountability, and a shared dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
Our radiation oncology program continues to grow and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including Varian Edge (with HyperArc and Identify) and TrueBeam platforms. The successful applicant will report to the chief medical physicist and support the full scope of medical physics responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Radiation safety and regulatory compliance
Treatment planning support and plan review
Machine quality assurance
Practice quality improvement initiatives
Perform and document comprehensive quality assurance procedures on all radiation therapy equipment, including linear accelerators and imaging systems, to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.
Conduct routine physics chart checks to meticulously verify that prescribed radiation doses are accurately delivered and accumulated throughout each patient's course of treatment.
Execute patient-specific quality assurance procedures to confirm the dosimetric accuracy of complex treatment plans before they are administered.
Oversee all physics-related aspects of brachytherapy procedures, including machine quality assurance, treatment planning and providing direct support for treatment delivery.
Provide dedicated physics support for special procedures, including the treatment of superficial lesions using the ortho-voltage unit.
Establish, develop, and continuously monitor procedures for measuring the performance and quality of all imaging equipment utilized within radiation oncology.
Serve as a key resource for the clinical team on complex treatment planning cases, providing expert consultation and educating staff to broaden their knowledge and skills.
Act as the Assistant Radiation Safety Officer, advising on new and existing radiation regulations, providing safety in-services and maintaining a precise inventory of all radioactive sources.
Maintain and troubleshoot physics-related equipment and software, coordinating with vendors for repairs and upgrades to ensure uninterrupted clinical operations.
Master's degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP).
Medical Physicist (MP) certification via the American Board of Radiology.
One year of clinical experience as a physicist in a hospital, clinic, or medical school.
Success in this position is supported by a strong foundation in the principles of radiation physics and their application in a clinical setting.

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
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