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Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology

Ochsner Health System

New Orleans, LA
1 month ago

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a Medical Physicist in Radiation Oncology, where you'll play a crucial role in patient care and innovative treatment planning. With state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to excellence, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a significant impact on cancer care in the Gulf South Region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participates in patient treatment planning
  • Assists with the preparation of special procedures, including radioactive implants, SRS/SBRT, and TBI/TSET
  • Verifies prescribed doses through QA checks of calculations and treatment plans
  • Participates in QA program for radiation-producing machines
  • Performs patient-specific dose measurements
  • Consults with dosimetrists, therapists, and staff as required
  • Participates in professional development activities

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics, or related field
  • 2 years experience in clinical medical physics
  • Board Eligible in therapeutic radiological physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in medical physics, radiological physics, or related field
  • Certification in therapeutic radiological physics by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics