Medical Physicist

UPMC • Cumberland, MD

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About The Position

The Department of Radiation Oncology at UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Medical Physicist to join our dedicated team of 1 Radiation Oncologist, 2 dosimetrists, 4 radiation therapists and 1 CT simulation therapist. UPMC Western Maryland offers state-of-the-art treatment on 2 Varian linacs (1 TrueBeam ,1 Trilogy and 1 PET/CT Sim unit), Eclipse treatment planning system with Aria record and verify database. A partial remote coverage can also be discussed.
UPMC Western Maryland Schwab Family Cancer Center offers patients access to world-class cancer care in their community.
The Schwab Family Cancer Center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer ® and National Accreditation Program for Breast Cancers.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has partnered with community-based hospitals throughout the region to develop one of the largest integrated community networks of cancer physicians and health care specialists in the country.
Apply today to be a part of UPMC Western Maryland's commitment to excellence in radiation oncology.

Requirements

• A physical science or engineering degree required, medical physics is preferred.
• Masters required
• Two years Radiation Oncology Physics experience required, five years preferred.
• American Board of Radiology (ABR) certified in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics or ABR Board eligible.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of dosimetrists to ensure accurate and personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the Radiation Oncologist to plan and deliver patient treatments.
• Develop and direct quality control programs for equipment and procedures.
• Ensure equipment functionality by taking precise measurements of the radiation beam.
• Perform clinical physics duties, including maintaining Commonwealth regulatory compliance and calibrating all radiation therapy equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level