Physicists Float

Overview

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) is an award-winning multidisciplinary oncology group comprising medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, breast surgery and pulmonary medicine, with 12 treatment centers and offices throughout Southern Nevada. For more than 50 years, the practice has provided oncology services to patients in and out of state with a specialized physician and nursing staff. Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity :

We are seeking a Medical Physicist MS Float in the Las Vegas, NV area.

SCOPE :

Responsible for design optimization, technical evaluation, and precise and accurate delivery of radiation treatment plans. Responsible for the safety of patients and staff. May participate in clinical, research, and educational duties. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Determines the need for, specifies, and accesses dosimetry and treatment planning equipment including, but not limited to, measurement instruments to calibrate all treatment equipment and monitoring devices, computerized treatment planning systems, computerized water phantom systems with appropriate ionization chambers and diodes, film densitometry systems, etc.

Participates in the specification, selection, and acceptance of radiation-producing machines, accessories, and computerized treatment-planning systems. Supervises arrangements for proper maintenance of radiation treatment equipment.

Periodically evaluates all equipment for continued utility, appropriateness, reliable performance, age, and condition and makes recommendations on practical life span, obsolescence, and replacement. Maintains responsibility for the design and implementation of the aspects of the quality management program that involve the use of external beam radiotherapy equipment as well as the review and approval of the procedures followed by the radiation therapy staff.

Advises and consults with physicians to provide advice or direction to technical staff when patients are being planned or treated.

Develops protocols for performing and checking monitor unit calculations to ensure all calculations agree with a written prescription.

Participates in chart rounds to ensure the fulfillment of the prescription and review any changes in dose and patient set-up.

Competes for all required documentation relating to radiation treatment plans and equipment. Participates in the clinical instruction of newly hired radiation staff and radiation therapy students.

Conducts HDR and LDR brachytherapy procedures as needed. Directs the radiation oncology physics program, including the technical direction of medical dosimetrists, therapy equipment service engineers, and other physics support staff.

DIVISION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Duties and responsibilities will be divided equally between USON / CCCN Physics and Las Vegas Cyberknife Physics as determined and supervised jointly by CCCN Chief Physicist and Las Vegas Cyberknife Chief Physicist

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Master's degree in Physics or Medical Physics from an accredited college or university.

Minimum one to three years of experience in clinical radiation physics.

Must maintain certification and continuing education requirements outlined by the American College of Radiology.

Must pursue continuing education credits in the field.

Junior Physicist

may be promoted into the position providing they meet all of the following criteria :

Complete the core competency checklist for the site of training.

Possess at least two (2) years of documented Physicist clinical experience (not necessarily from USON)

Pass Part I of the ABR exam

Written recommendations for the promotion and criteria documentation should be sent from the USON Physicist Mentor to the MPDP and the Practice Director for review and approval or denial.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to utilize components of the treatment planning computer including but not limited to the use of keyboards, digitizers, trackball, and mouse controls. Must be able to stand for 8 hours; lift 40-pound block to shoulder level; have sufficient visual acuity to distinguish structures and isodose displays on a computer monitor. Additionally, must be able to align the treatment field and monitor patients during radiation therapy treatment; have adequate hearing and speaking capabilities to effectively communicate with patients and staff; have adequate mobility to assist patients on and off the treatment couch and document treatment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with the potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients.

Ready For Your Next Career Challenge? We'd Love to Hear from You!

If you possess the above qualifications and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to submit your resume and apply. In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer. To apply please click on the "Apply" link.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.

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