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MUSC

UNIV - Open Rank - Medical Physicist - Department of Radiation Medicine

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A Physicist studies the physical properties of the natural world and fundamental principles governing space, time, energy and matter. Conducts scientific research and test theories. Works in specialized areas ranging from the study of atomic and sub-atomic particles to the study of the universe.

$168,811 / year median in South Carolina

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UNIV
  • Open Rank
  • Medical Physicist
  • Department of Radiation Medicine
R-0000066021
Charleston, South Carolina University Faculty Faculty Full Time University (UNIV) Add to favorites View favorites Job Description Summary The Department of Radiation Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina is recruiting for a faculty position with open academic ranking for a motivated radiation oncology physicist. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all facets of our radiation oncology physics program, including clinical support, QA, teaching, clinical projects, and periodic support of our satellite sites. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC
  • Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Faculty Cost Center
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Radiation Oncology Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-00 Pay Range 0.00
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000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Candidates should be certified or eligible for board certification by the American Board of Radiology (ABR). Experience with Varian TrueBeam accelerators, Eclipse treatment planning, Elekta HDR, and Gamma Knife is desirable. An M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics or in a related field is required. In addition, programing skills, and enthusiasm for the latest technology would position the candidate very well for upcoming clinical/research projects. The Radiation Medicine Department at MUSC is dynamic and growing. Current clinical faculty staffing at the main campus includes nine radiation oncologists and eight physicists. In addition, we have nice dosimetrists and dedicated IT support. The division of Medical Physics has a CAMPEP accredited radiation oncology physics residency program with two physics residents. The department of Radiation Oncology also supports six medical residents. Treatment equipment includes two Varian TrueBeams plus one Varian TrueBeam STx with HD MLC and latest HyperSight and RapidArc Dynamic technology , two Siemens Somatom Confidence RT Pro CT simulators with Varian RGSC (Respiration Gating for Scanners), Varian RPM (Real-time Position Management), VisionRT optical surface monitoring system, one Accuray RadiXact, Elekta Flexitron HDR, Varian VariSeed LDR with QuickLink (I125/Pd103/Cs131), and one Gamma Knife Esprit. Treatment planning systems utilized are Eclipse with ARIA record and verify system, RayStation, Gamma Plan, and Nucletron Oncentra. Eye plaque planning with Plaque Simulator(I-125), or Gamma Tile(Cs-131) supported by MIM is offered. Other equipment and software include
IBA & SNC
scanning systems, Mobius, Velocity, SNC QA devices, and a broad variety of other physics instrumentations. MUSC Radiation Medicine treats approximately 1700 patients per year and is the only program in South Carolina providing total body irradiation (TBI) and total skin electron treatment (TSET). Because of growing programs, MUSC is building a new, state-of-the-art, comprehensive cancer hospital on campus. MUSC is located on the highly desirable southeast Atlantic coast in the beautiful and historic city of Charleston. This pleasant and enjoyable area offers a wide variety of outdoor activities. It has been named best city in the United States by Travel and Leisure for over 10 years in a row. If you are looking for a progressive, dynamic, and growing department in an academic setting with an excellent southern coastal location, you should investigate this opportunity at the Medical University of South Carolina. For additional information and questions, please contact Jean Peng, PhD, Chief Physicist, via email: pengl@musc.edu
Minimum Requirements:
An M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics or in a related field is required. In addition, programing skills and enthusiasm for the latest technology would position the candidate very well for upcoming clinical/research projects.
Additional Job Description Physical Requirements:
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The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous
  • 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent
  • 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent
  • 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
(Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees