Date Posted:

2024-11-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

Wesley Chapel Office

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

SUMMARY: 

Perform day-to-day clinical physics and dosimetry activities related to the operations of the Florida Cancer Specialist Radiation Oncology Centers under the direction of the Director of Medical Physics. The physics and dosimetry team provides technical services to meet the organizational mission of high quality and safety in the delivery of effective and efficient clinical radiation oncology care.  This includes consultation with physicians, as well as treatment plan development and implementation in collaboration with members of the radiation oncology team (i.e. physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, and nursing staff), and quality assurance of treatment delivery and systems.  Travel between radiation oncology centers (approx. 25 miles) may be required. Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures.  Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.  

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Provides technical consultation to the dosimetrist in the department. Assists in the training of the Dosimetrist and Simulation Therapist. Acts as the liaison between physics, physicians, and technical staff in matters pertaining to the treatment and proper set-up of treatment parameters per department policy.  

Provides periodic machine calibration review to comply with state requirements and quality control. Participates in the annual evaluations/calibration of all therapy/diagnostic machines in compliance with all regulatory agencies and in a timely manner. Performs appropriate testing to assure proper function of the accelerator due to maintenance repairs or suspicion of malfunction.  

Maintains proper documentation of all quality assurance tests and required reporting according to department standard operating procedure and physics procedures using approved forms and processes. 

Collects data and documentation of survey and quality control reports to comply with State of Florida requirements and other regulating agencies.  

Performs dose calculations of implanted radionuclides, intracavitary and interstitial implants. Generates computer dosimetry of the radioactive sources using appropriate filtration factors and other characteristics of the radioactive sources.  

Maintains proper documentation of sealed sources for inventory, calibration, disposal and use in compliance with all regulatory agencies.   

Maintains the appropriate documents, licensure, and updates as required by the facility, state, and regulating agencies.  

Supports all on-site Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives including but not limited to – daily team huddle, weekly chart rounds, monthly technical reviews, CQI committees and sub-committees. 

Offers input when purchase of new equipment is necessary or needed to enhance the level of expertise within the department and the services provided.  

Supports the development of new treatment technologies in consultation with the Director of Medical Physics. Carries out treatment planning in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist, Dosimetrist, Simulation therapist and Radiation Therapist.   

Fulfills requests for assistance from the nursing staff in matters related to brachytherapy treatments, or other nursing related procedures (i.e. scheduling, imaging and document retrieval, etc.). 

Completes physics calculations and treatment plan review as per SOP.  

Provides input and on-site support for planning and addition of new services. 

Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and ongoing education (CEU’s) to improve current skill and knowledge levels to maintain required certification and licensure (12 CEU’s annually meets standard). 

Provides daily input, support and communication to clinical team so that departmental work is performed in a timely, efficient, and knowledgeable manner.  

Follows established work procedures and processes that support company and departmental standards, procedures, and strategic directives. 

Provides continual monitoring of processes and procedures. Report findings to physics team designee.  

Assist with projects from inception through implementation and assessment. Lead and facilitate discussions.  

Responsible for suggesting methods to improve area operations, efficiency, and service to both internal and external customers.  

Maintains a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness.  

Projects a favorable image of the company to promote its aims and objectives and foster and enhance public recognition and acceptance of all of its areas of endeavor.  

Keeps immediate superior promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action that may be taken.  

Performs other duties and projects as assigned. 

 

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: 

M.S. or Ph.D.   

Eligible for ABR certification in therapeutic radiologic physics 

Florida Licensure is mandatory 

 

EXPERIENCE:  

New graduates welcome

Clinical knowledge of linear accelerator systems, treatment planning system such as Eclipse TPS, Aria RV, Portal Dosimetry and GammaMed HDR or equivalent types of equipment is required.   

Clinical knowledge of Brainlab Exac Trac and Variseed TPS or equivalent types of equipment is desired 

Demonstrate highly developed interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills. 

Knowledge of AAPM TG reports 

 

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role: 

Analysis & Critical Thinking 

Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication 

Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks 

Ability to collaborate across various levels of management, departments, and teams 

Comfortable negotiating problems and exploring solutions with physician population 

VALUES: 

Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do 

Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions 

Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action 

Team – Working together, one team, one mission 

Expectations for all Employees 

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices.  Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination, or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.   

SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.  Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.