Radiation Physicist - Board Cert

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Responsibilities

The Division of Medical Physics at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a board certified Medical Physicist to join our dynamic and growing team and help support our current clinical practice as we prepare to open the first in the nation Carbon-Ion Therapy Center. Candidates will have a record of accomplishment that demonstrates clinical productivity in therapeutic medical physics, including clinical practice, project management and educational excellence. Current equipment in the Department includes several Varian TrueBeam linacs, a Gamma Knife ICON, Mobetron for IORT, GE CT simulator with wide bore and 4D capability, a Elekta Flexitron HDR remote after loader, Eclipse, ARIA and a full complement of dosimetry and detector systems. Treatment procedures include all conventional radiation therapy plus specials that include IORT, TBI, TSET, HDR, SRS, SBRT, BH, and LDR eye plaques. Construction of the new Radiation Oncology building will complete and equipment installation of therapeutic equipment will commence later this year. The equipment will include the first Carbon Therapy system in North America, a 2-gantry proton facility, MR and CT simulator, and conventional photon linear accelerators. The Medical Physics Division currently has fourteen medical physicists and will grow substantially in the next several years in preparation and deployment of the particle therapy center. The Division also includes a medical physics residency program. The Division is a seasoned and cohesive team responsible for all aspects of therapy physics in support of clinical practice, education and research in radiation oncology.

Responsibilities: Performs quality assurance, quality control, acceptance and commissioning with proper documentation for Radiation Oncology equipment, including hardware and software. Supports and performs routine and special procedures such as Brachytherapy, Gamma-Knife, and IORT. Trains and educates Radiation Oncology staff regarding dosimetry, physics, and technical topics. Verifies and documents database for all sources of radiation upon which all accurate patient dose calculation and delivery is based. Analyzes and evaluates equipment performance in the accurate measurement of, specification and safe delivery of high levels of radiation doses to cancer patients. Monitors calibrated radiation output and mechanical integrity of radiotherapy treatment machines for ensuring consistent, accurate, and safe delivery of high levels of radiation doses to cancer patients. Provides technical assistance to consulting staff regarding patient care as requested. Investigates questions relating to improved patient care, implements changes when necessary, document results of investigations and changes at that time. Provides instruction to residents, fellows, Dosimetrists, therapist, nurses, and consultants as needed. Participates in Radiation Oncology related research projects as needed.

Jacksonville is the largest city in area in the continental United States. A beautiful coastal Florida city that features excellent year-round climate, over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities. The "River City by the Sea" has an excellent school system, reasonable cost of living and a thriving business environment. Medical professionals and patients are drawn to Jacksonville by an extraordinary network of high-profile healthcare facilities. Jacksonville continues to grow as more people relocate from all over the U.S. and abroad, to see what the great River City has to offer!

Qualifications

Board certified by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics required, as well as a Masters or Doctorate Degree in Medical Physics, Physics, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Prefer a minimum of two years of experience post receipt of Board Certification. Experience in a proton or carbon center is not required.

Knowledge of Radiation Oncology treatment planning, Dosimetry, Radiation Physics, radiation safety techniques for handling radioactive sources. Must have a thorough understanding of theory of detection and measurement of ionizing radiation, radiation biology, radiation protection, health physics, clinical radiation dosimetry, and Federal and state guidelines pertaining to the medical use of radiation. Must have ability to use current software applications.

Exposure to ionizing radiation. Must be able to communicate and work effectively with all personnel both within and outside the institution. Must be able to tolerate occasional stooping, pushing, and lifting as required. Ability to adjust hours to responsibilities is required.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$177,112 - $265,657.60 annually

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Mostly Monday-Friday but occasionally there is weekend work.

Weekend Schedule

Occassional

International Assignment

No

Site Description

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Recruiter

Sarah Lee

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.