Chief Physicist

Job ID:

41243

Job Category:

Radiology & Imaging

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Days

Department:

Radiation Oncology

Facility:

MBMC Central MS

Location:

Jackson, MS

Overview

Job Summary

Performs a variety of medical physics responsibiities including oversight for the physics/dosimetry area of the department; development of techniques used to standardize and calibrate imaging and therapy equipment; performs treatment planning for special cases; assists staff with simulations, treatments, and special device fabrication upon request; performs acceptance testing, measurements,missioning and ongoing quality assurance testing fo linear accelerators, treatment planning systems, and other equipment; maintains quality assurance files for state inspections.

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for general oversight of physics/dosimetry.

Coordinates treatment planning processes and other procedures as indicated.

Oversees quality control measures.

Participates in Performance Improvement and radiation safety activities.

Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the department.

Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

ABR certified; 5 years experience; previous Chief Physicist experience in hospital-based Radiation Oncology program

Preferred/Desired

ABR certified; 5 years experience; previous Chief Physicist experience in hospital-based Radiation Oncology program

Education

Minimum Required

Masters Degree

Preferred/Desired

Masters Degree

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

Advancedputer literacy skills. Leadership skills; excellentmunicator; detail oriented

Preferred/Desired

Advancedputer skills; Leadership skills; excellentmunicator; detail-oriented

Licensure

Minimum Required

ABR;BLS

WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE

;ACMP

Preferred/Desired

ABR;BLS

WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE

;ACMP