You’ll need
Certifications
MHP: Medical Health Physics Certification. preferred
MP: Medical Physics Certification. preferred
ABR (American Board of Radiology) or equivalent certification and participation in MOC (maintenance of certification), if applicable. preferred
Total Rewards preferred
Education
✓Master's degree or PhD in medical physics, or the equivalent with the appropriate clinical training, is required.
Qualifications
✓Knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety.
✓Expertise in the technical aspects of radiation oncology and medical physics to develop optimal treatment plans.
✓Knowledgeable in health care informatics-including the resources, devices, and methods to acquire, store and retrieve data. These tools include computers as well as clinical guidelines, current medical terminology, information and communication systems.
✓Good communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information with patients, family members, the radiation oncology treatment team as well as outside entities.
✓A high level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, but in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist and Supervisor, Radiation Physics.
✓Working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices as well as current rules and regulations of the State of Oregon.
✓Ability to interpret criteria and develop treatment plans as defined by relevant treatment protocols.
✓Strong organizational and time management skills; the ability to prioritize competing demands; and the ability to focus in a distracting environment.
✓Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, correspondence, memorandums, and medical records.
2 years professional experience performing Radiation Oncology treatment planning. preferred
Experience planning SBRT, VMAT and TomoTherapy treatment planning & administration. preferred
Specialized training in dosimetric techniques and physics of treatment planning and calibration of Linacs, including TomoTherapy. preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and visionPaid time offTuition assistanceRetirement plan