DES MOINES, Iowa, USA
62 days ago
Medical Physicist - Onsite
Employment Type:Full timeShift:

Description:$25,000 Sign-On BonusRemote and Hybrid Options!

GENERAL SUMMARY:  Develops radiotherapy treatment and assures quality of those treatments and the machines delivering the treatments. This role offers hybrid coverage with remote and on-site working options.    

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Development and specifications for radiotherapy treatment and simulation equipment.

- Development of procedures for acceptance testing and continuing evaluation of radiotherapy and simulation equipment.

- Calibration and characterization of radiation from therapeutic sources and machines and their physical properties and arrangements.

- Provision of documentation that radiotherapy and simulation equipment and sources meet accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.

- Specification, acceptance testing, management and supervision of computer systems and associated data bases used for treatment planning and calculation of treatment times or monitor units.

- Implementation and management of dosimetric and beam delivery aspects of external beam and Brach therapy irradiation.

- Provision of consultation to physicians in assuring accurate delivery of prescribed radiation dose to specific patient sand associated risk.

- Development and management of Quality Control program. - Development/evaluation of radiation safety program, including written procedures for the protection of patients, workers, and the public.

- Protective shielding design and radiation safety surveys. -

Collecting treatment machine data required for patient dose calculations, entering such data into the treatment-planning computer.

- Acceptance testing of new radiation therapy equipment.

- Review of patient charts on a weekly basis. -

Assist dosimetrists in preparing computer treatment plans.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Master of Science degree in Medical Physics as well as Board Certification is required.Excellent command of the English language is required. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within in three (3) months of hire.

Benefits Start Day One!

Medical Insurance with the option for Flexible Spending AccountsDental InsuranceVision InsuranceBasic Life and AD&D InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceSupplemental AD&D InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort and Long-Term Disability/ Income ProtectionTime Off – regularly accrued PTO for full-time team members, 6 paid holidays, and additional personal days!Voluntary Benefits through FarmingtonAccident InsuranceAuto/Home insuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity InsuranceIdentity/Theft InsuranceLegal ServicesPet InsurancePermanent Life InsuranceWell-Being ResourcesAdoption AssistanceColleague Discounts through PerkspotSix free therapy sessions/coaching sessions per calendar year for Colleague and household members through Spring HealthStudent Loan Relief ServicesTuition ReimbursementWeight Management Reimbursement BenefitCommuter Benefits

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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