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Boston, MA

Medical Physicist Assistant

Boston, MA

Klocko-Kuhic

Boston, MA

Medical Physicist Assistant

Assists QMPs in validation of new imaging technology, and participates in acceptance testing of new imaging equipment
Participates in research and development projects under the supervision of the Chief of Diagnostic Medical Physics
Assists in radiation dose monitoring efforts under the supervision of a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP)
Communicates with all the sites within the Brigham Health network about relevant aspects of physics testing
Assists QMPs in accreditation efforts of imaging equipment
Practical clinical medical physics training will be acquired on the job
Excellent Benefits: Medical/Dental after two months, Tuition Reimbursement, Financial Counseling, 403B

Dallas, TX

Medical Physicist

Dallas, TX

Lynch, Nader and Baumbach

Dallas, TX

Medical Physicist

Lead the radiation safety work at Philips in the Nordics, which includes investigating, problem solving and reporting radiation safety related issues
Collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists and other hospital personnel in designing and carrying out radiation therapy treatments
Performance of commissioning of radiation therapy equipment and setting up baseline for routine quality management program
Performance of acceptance testing, calibration, and safety surveys of imaging and radiation therapy equipment
Participate in promoting and supporting the Philips DoseWise portal business
Develop methods for testing and evaluating the performance of systems
Development of purchasing and acceptance specification for imaging and radiation therapy equipment

present

Philadelphia, PA

Senior Medical Physicist

Philadelphia, PA

Windler LLC

present

Philadelphia, PA

Senior Medical Physicist

present

Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external)
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code
Conducts routine calibration and testing of radiation producing facilities including but not limited to linear accelerators, orthovoltage unit, simulator and high dose rate in accordance to State and Federal regulations
Responsible for measurement of radiation characteristics and collection of dosimetry data for clinical use
Supervises treatment planning and patient dosage calculation
Conducts routine patient chart review for treatment progression and accuracy and weekly chart rounds

Education Education

Master’s Degree in Medical Physics

West Virginia University

Master’s Degree in Medical Physics

Skills Skills

Measurement of patient radiation dosimetry, comparison of these dosimetry measurements to published surveys for similar examinations, and calculation of specific organ dosimetry (or fetal dose) for diagnostic radiographic examinations
Develops and maintains a quality assurance program for all Radiation Therapy treatment modalities
Develop and oversee quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) programs for radiological imaging modalities utilizing ionizing radiation and to support American College of Radiology (ACR) modality accreditation efforts
Facilitate medical centers compliance with all certifying agencies for radiological imaging utilizing ionizing radiation. This includes, but is not limited to TJC and the State of Washington
Acceptance testing of new and reconditioned radiological imaging equipment to ensure that the equipment meets or exceeds vendor technical specifications and any specifications developed as part of the purchasing process (e.g., RFP specifications)
Oversees the preparation of computerized treatment plans and the calculations of patient doses with regards to the age specific populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Interface with maintenance operations (in-house biomedical engineers and vendor service representatives), including dosimetry and image quality measurements of equipment after major changes in the imaging chain to ensure that radiological imaging equipment is working within normal parameters
Development of technical equipment selection specifications (e.g., requests for proposal – RFP) and evaluation of vendor proposals in support of the radiological equipment purchasing process
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects
Review with imaging physicians and technologists the radiological (e.g., technique factors) and radiobiological (manifest biological affects of radiation exposure) aspects of current and proposed patient examination procedures

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Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Measurement of patient radiation dosimetry, comparison of these dosimetry measurements to published surveys for similar examinations, and calculation of specific organ dosimetry (or fetal dose) for diagnostic radiographic examinations
Provide residents and attending faculty in-service education on radiation safety practices and policies
Develop and oversee quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) programs for radiological imaging modalities utilizing ionizing radiation and to support American College of Radiology (ACR) modality accreditation efforts
Facilitate medical centers compliance with all regulating agency requirements for radiological imaging utilizing ionizing radiation. This includes, but is not limited to the State of Washington and the Federal government. Perform and record periodic dose and image quality measurements to meet Federal and State requirements
Facilitate medical centers compliance with all certifying agencies for radiological imaging utilizing ionizing radiation. This includes, but is not limited to TJC and the State of Washington
Perform and record periodic dose and image quality measurements to meet Federal and State requirements
Acceptance testing of new and reconditioned radiological imaging equipment to ensure that the equipment meets or exceeds vendor technical specifications and any specifications developed as part of the purchasing process (e.g., RFP specifications)
Development of radiographic technique charts. Radiology technologists utilize these charts for manual radiographic technique support when imaging patients
Interface with maintenance operations (in-house biomedical engineers and vendor service representatives), including dosimetry and image quality measurements of equipment after major changes in the imaging chain to ensure that radiological imaging equipment is working within normal parameters
Development of technical equipment selection specifications (e.g., requests for proposal – RFP) and evaluation of vendor proposals in support of the radiological equipment purchasing process
Develop and review policies and procedures related to radiation safety and action levels for radiological procedures
Review with imaging physicians and technologists the radiological (e.g., technique factors) and radiobiological (manifest biological affects of radiation exposure) aspects of current and proposed patient examination procedures
Development of optimal imaging procedures, radiographic techniques, technologist activities and utilization of imaging equipment
Implementation of clinical instrumentation, and quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) procedures (e.g., PACS, soft-copy diagnostic workstations and digital radiography) for new radiographic procedures and modalities
Calculation of shielding requirements for ionizing radiation in new or renovated radiographic equipment rooms
Participation in the institutional radiation safety committee and other committees as required
Utilize the Diagnostic Physics section’s computer server hardware and software (e.g., Excel and Access) to enter data, analyze trends and generate reports. Utilize UW Medicine’s Radiation Dose Management System
Prepare technical reports in formats suitable for in-house documentation and for publication in scientific journals
Assist with the Department’s training programs
Participate in on-going clinical research

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Work/Life:37.5 hour workweek, occasional weekends
Excellent Benefits:Medical after two months,Generous paid time off, Financial Counseling, 403B, Day Care
Career Growth: AHS welcomes internal movement and promotion
Master’s Degree in Medical Physics from an accredited program
ABR/ABMP Certification
Minimum of 3-4 years of clinical experience preferred

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Independently perform all medical physics assessments and quality assurance (QA) measurements for patient treatments using radiation therapy
Implementing knowledge of therapeutic external radiation beams of neutrons, protons, x-rays and electrons for radiation therapy
Regularly calibrate and perform evaluations of image guidance systems for patient treatment to maintain accuracy and image quality
Independently commission and maintain Elekta Synergy and Infinity linac treatment accelerators for radiation therapy using all forms of dosimetry and dosimetry equipment
Independently model radiation beams in treatment planning systems and understand the computational algorithms and monitor unit calculations in detail
Collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists and other hospital personnel in designing and carrying out radiation therapy treatments
Perform routine chart checks, radiation beam and in vivo dosimetry measurement, radiation beam dose calculations to a point by hand or using computer assistance, and quality assurance for special radiation therapy procedures
Provide medical physics assistance to all other professionals engaged in the radiation therapy treatment process
Engage in the research and development efforts aimed at improving radiation oncology treatment

GPS Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Provide support to current and prospective customers through responsive telephone support, in-house and onsite customer training
Work very closely with the Clinical Design Group in the development of new Elekta treatment planning system products, features, enhancements and physics tools by providing clinical feedback and suggestions
Manage Beta and Pilot test sites for Elekta solutions
Tier 4 physics support for Elekta TPS which includes escalation management for all regional offices worldwide
Assist Education and Training department in the development of product training programs for customers and employees
Provide physics services to customers such as data collection and beam modeling
Deliver training programs to improve regional support staff product knowledge to our regional offices in UK, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, India and China
Have a Masters or PhD in Medical Physics or related field
Have at least 5 years experience in a radiotherapy clinic
Experience in Linac QA, data collection and associated measurement devices
Have familiarity with commercial treatment planning systems (TPS) and beam modeling process
Have analytical ability; must be skilled in performing numerical analysis, multi-tasking and independent problem solving
Have proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite and Linux
Have proven leadership skills
Have the ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
Travel 15-20% both domestic and International

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Develop and execute training program and courses regularly for our customers staff and our own staff on relevant topics related to medical physics, safety, legislation and our systems
Work together with and consult our customers such as New Karolinska Hospital in questions regarding radiation safety, dose, image optimization and related issues
Deliver demonstrations, presentations, courses, workshops and to stimulate sales and improve customer knowledge level
Develop methods for testing and evaluating the performance of systems
Participate in promoting and supporting the Philips DoseWise portal business
Troubleshoot image quality and other issues and assist customers with the use of their Philips products
Complete required paper work, documentation, and other administrative tasks as required by the legislation and internal processes
Lead the radiation safety work at Philips in the Nordics, which includes investigating, problem solving and reporting radiation safety related issues
Drive corrective actions, including “Root Cause Corrective Actions”, that have been reported to Radiation Safety Authorities

Medical Physicist Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Work/Life: 37.50 hrs a week-flexible day shift. Occasional weekends as needed
Excellent Benefits: Medical/Dental after two months, Tuition Reimbursement, Financial Counseling, 403B
Career Growth: AHS welcomes internal growth and movement
NJ Certified Eligible as Medical Physicist Assistant in Radiography & Fluoroscopy
Certification as a Radiologic Technologist or Radiation Therapist preferred
Minimum 5 years clinical experience required

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Performs in a timely manner monthly calibrations and quality assurance of all radiation machines weekly patient chart auditing. (40%)
Evaluates the results of the machine parameters for accuracy, consistently, audits and documents machine performance in a concise, organized and thorough manner. (10%)
Completes forms for dosimetry, patient treatments, billing, weekly management, physics auditing of chart rounds, process necessary paper work for protocol patients. (30%)
Collaborates with all the physics and dosimetry staff to ensure that all patient data is properly
Verifies the computer modeling through measurements. (20%)
Provide educational and physics training to the other staff in the department and the Cancer Center. (5%)

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Three (3) years of experience in radiology or radiation oncology is preferred
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) experience preferred
Aria and Eclipse system experience is ideal
Truebeam system experience is preferred
Knowledge in the areas of anatomy, physiology, clinical oncology, radiobiology, radiation physics, and radiation safety

Senior Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Completion of Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Residency Program
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external)
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.)
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated
Conducts routine calibration and testing of radiation producing facilities including but not limited to linear accelerators, orthovoltage unit, simulator and high dose rate in accordance to State and Federal regulations
Responsible for measurement of radiation characteristics and collection of dosimetry data for clinical use
Supervises treatment planning and patient dosage calculation
Conducts routine patient chart review for treatment progression and accuracy and weekly chart rounds
Supervises equipment repair/maintenance. Also, supervise/perform quality improvement program
Responsible for Acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment
Performs dose calculation/measurement to radiosensitive organ of the patient. Also, supervise/perform radiation shielding calculation /measurement and design for patient treatment
Supervises in-vivo dosimetry performed by the dosimetrist/therapist
Participation with administering Brachytherapy including HDR, LDR, and SirSpheres. Assist in simulation and treatment planning
Complies with regulatory acceptance and handling of Radioactive Sources
Reports any equipment failures or medical events to chief physicist and Network Administrator
Responsible for SRS/SRT/SBRT planning & QA includes IMRT QA
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety
. Provides in-services to Radiation Oncology therapists
Assists the RSO in ALARA Program execution to protect the department personnel/visitors from radiation and fulfill regulation requirements
Performs weekly chart checks
Other related duties as assigned

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Responsible for the in-vivo dose measurement and use of measuring devices for verification of dose delivery to patients. Provides interpretation/consultation to the Radiation Oncologist on basis of in-vivo dosimetry
Directs the design, fabrication, and measurement of treatment beam modifiers and treatment aids
Responsible to obtain and disseminate information pertaining to current practices within the field of Radiation Oncology Physics
Initiates and/or collaborates on related research projects with other UPCI Physicists in Radiation Therapy in the Division of Medical Physics
In conjunction with the Chief Medical Physicist, responsible for the initiation and implementation of new clinical practices and Medical Physics programmes
Performs some organization and administration skills in the clinical practice of Radiation Oncology Physics. This includes decision in equipment usage/selection/replacement, physics, and dosimetry staff requirements, assignments and recruitment, program operation, budget preparation, and continuing review of program’s policies and procedures
Responsible for the compliance with RPII Rules and Regulations
Other responsibilities as directed by the Chief Medical Physicist or nominated deputy
PhD or MSc from an accredited program in Medical Physics or related field
Experience with 3-D conformal radiotherapy, brachytherapy and treatment planning systems is required, and radiosurgery and IMRT are highly desirable

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Board eligible or board certification by the American Board of Radiology
Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills to enable one to implement necessary safety programs and regulations
Requires advanced mathematical skills necessary to compute radiotherapy levels, calibrations of equipment, and to research new radiation devices and methodologies

Therapeutic Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Highly developed expertise with commissioning linear accelerators and treatment planning systems for complex clinical use, to include project management, performance testing, data acquisition, beam modeling, and validation testing
Advanced knowledge (treatment simulation, planning, dosimetry, and treatment methods) of the scientific, clinical, and technical applications of one or more specialized procedures including, but not limited to, high dose rate brachytherapy, low dose rate brachytherapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy, stereotactic radiation therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy, volumetric modulated arc therapy, total body irradiation, advanced image-guided therapy, and adaptive therapy
Advanced expertise in acceptance testing, clinical commissioning, and (when applicable) calibration procedures for a variety of ancillary radiation oncology delivery, imaging, dosimetry, metrology, and computational systems

Therapeutic Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Minimum of 1 year experience in Radiation Oncology physics preferred
High level of knowledge of Radiation Safety for Patients, Visitors and Staff
Knowledge of commissioning process of new Linear Accelerators, radiation room shielding requirements, construction, collection of data for input into the treatment planning computer system
Knowledge of various treatment planning Techniques, complex Dose computations for 2-D and 3-D treatments

Therapeutic Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Recommending an optimal modality and treatment technique for the patient; evaluating the quality, safety, and accuracy of radiation treatments planned and delivered to patients, thus ensuring that radiation dose is carried out correctly and completely; and safely operating all radiation planning and delivery devices
Planning and directing a specialized program encompassing all physics and clinical aspects of external beam and brachytherapy treatment procedures from treatment simulation to treatment planning to the actual treatment delivery
Providing technical oversight for the work of developmental Therapeutic Medical Physicists, Medical Dosimetrists and Radiation Therapists; overseeing radiation therapy treatment planning; designing and approving treatment plans; monitoring the accuracy of treatment data recorded in the patient's medical records; providing consultation to the radiation oncologist regarding difficult treatment cases; and
Developing, operating and fully documenting the medical physics quality assurance program and ensuring regulatory compliance within the Radiation Safety Officer's radiation safety program
Advanced expertise and experience in the safe and efficient use of all radiotherapy devices for external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy

Therapeutic Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Knowledge regarding the safe and efficient use of all radiotherapy devices for external beam radiotherapy
The ability to evaluate and ensure correct and safe operation of radiotherapy equipment through complex problem diagnosis and scheduled quality assurance
Knowledge of the scientific, clinical, and technical applications of treatment simulation, planning, dosimetry, and treatment methods
Expertise in the professional, scientific, and technical aspects of shielding methods for external beam radiation delivery systems, radiation survey methods, developing procedures, setting action levels, delivering radiation safety training, developing and documenting competencies, and reporting. This includes an in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines for radiation shielding and personnel protection
Ability to exercise independent professional judgment in the performance and evaluation of calibration, acceptance testing, and clinical commissioning procedures for all types of external beam photon and electron beam delivery systems. Skilled in the evaluation of acceptance testing and commissioning results of CT simulators
Technical skills in 3-D treatment planning, intensity modulated radiation therapy treatment planning, and stereotactic body radiation therapy planning. This includes specialized knowledge of clinical process steps and resource requirements for planning and delivery of radiation oncology treatments
Ability to process information from multi-modality imaging datasets for treatment planning, treatment verification, and radiotherapy response assessment

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Acceptance tests, annual survey, and ACR accreditation related tests of x-ray and ultrasound imaging equipment
Radiation dosimetry and patient dose monitoring
Imaging protocols optimization
Research in medical imaging physics
Physics support for research projects initiated by radiologists
Other tasks assigned by the chief physicist
Hands-on experience with all x-ray (CT, Mammography, Interventional radiology, DR, CR, etc) and ultrasound imaging equipment
Excellent skills in experiment design, data analysis and results presentation
Proficiency in at least one of major programming languages, be able to automate clinical and research procedures
Excellent communication skills, be able to communicate with clinical team effectively and to present the research results in professional conferences and in scientific journals

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

MS or PhD degree in Physics, Medical Physics, or a related degree4+ years of clinical experience or medical physics experience in a product development environment
Board eligibility in Therapy Physics by the ABMP, ABR, or essentially equivalent organization is desired but not required
Excellent verbal and written communications skills are mandatory
Knowledge of clinical practice and Medical Physics is necessary
Experience with the state of the art technologies, including IMRT, IGRT, Motion Management, etc
The ability to work and solve problems and perform thorough, in depth analyses with limited supervision essential
The ability to give scientific presentations in a professional manner is essential
The ability to interact with highly technical teams is essential
Knowledge of computer programming is desirable

Chief Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Attention Span
Conceptualization
Memory

Medical Physicist Certified Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrates competency in medical physics with the ability to carry out more complex assignments
Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow
Consults with the Dosimetrist, Physicist, and Physician in development and maintenance of a quality assurance program for radiation therapy treatment modalities
Performs routine clinical duties, acceptance testing, and commissioning of new equipment or procedures as it relates to radiation treatment, under the supervision of the Chief Physicist
Provides technical direction, training, and continuing education to Physicists and Dosimetrists
Provides assistance to Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists in performing HDR and LDR brachytherapy procedures. Plans and performs the procedure as needed
Performs other job functions as assigned or requested

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Uses professionalism and honesty in all business dealings on behalf of SJHH
Adheres to all attendance policies at SJHH
Remains flexible with regards to job assignments that may require the necessity to cover other departments or locations
Demonstrates excellence in customer service when dealing with both external and internal persons while on the job
Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth at SJHH and all applicable laws
Age-specific patient needs that employee is required to understand and meet
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, and the general public
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Performs in a timely manner monthly calibrations and quality assurance of all radiation machines weekly patient chart auditing
Evaluates the results of the machine parameters for accuracy, consistently, audits and documents machine performance in a concise, organized and thorough manner
Completes forms for dosimetry, patient treatments, billing, weekly management, physics auditing of chart rounds, process necessary paper work for protocol patients
Verifies the computer modeling through measurements
Provide educational and physics training to the other staff in the department and the Cancer Center

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Performance of acceptance testing, calibration, and safety surveys of imaging and radiation therapy equipment
Performance of commissioning of radiation therapy equipment and setting up baseline for routine quality management program
Serving as the liaison for machine maintenance and repair
Supervision of radiation treatment design and planning processes
Performance of patient specific quality assurance using appropriate phantom and measuring devices
Performance and supervision of redundancy checks of dose calculations using manual or automated methods
Routine supervision of image registration of all applicable modalities in reference to target delineation by radiation oncologists
Consultation with radiation oncologists in the development of special physics consult of treatment strategies
Participates directly in the treatment planning and verification of special treatment procedures including stereotactic radiosurgery, stereotactic body radiation therapy, high dose rate brachytherapy, and low dose rate brachytherapy
Development of purchasing and acceptance specification for imaging and radiation therapy equipment
Consultation with radiation oncologists, as required, concerning patients doses and optimization of patient treatment plans and delivery
Development, implementation and supervision of quality control programs in the radiation oncology department
Supervision of the design and construction of patient treatment aids or special devices including blocks, compensators, molds, etc
Supervision of brachytherapy procedures when applicable and abiding by NRC/State regulations
Routine review of patient charts of accuracy and completeness
Ensures documentation and quality control procedures are followed
Provides education and consultation to staff on radiation oncology and radiation safety
Providing technical direction of radiation oncology staff as specified by the departmental medical director
Development of policy and procedures related to radiation oncology physics and radiation safety
Membership on applicable committees, such as the Radiation Safety Committee, Cancer Care Committee, and Institutional Review Board
Participation in continuing medical education and maintenance of necessary professional certifications
Participation in quality improvement processes
Completes other duties to support departmental operations as assigned by the Chief Physicist
New procedures and improvements
Provides high quality, cost-effective physics and treatment planning care to patients and physicians in the radiation oncology department

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Knowledge of medical physics
Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as technical reports and manuals
Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, physicians and patients
Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects
Oversees the preparation of computerized treatment plans and the calculations of patient doses with regards to the age specific populations including neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Develops and maintains a quality assurance program for all Radiation Therapy treatment modalities
Assures accuracy of patient's treatment unit parameters
Assists with intracavitary and interstitial radioactive implant procedures
Directs the construction of patient contours, shielding blocks, electron cut-outs and immobilization molds and masks
Assists in development and administration of the Radiation Safety Program
Provides continuing education to radiation therapy staff and students
Assists with calibration of diagnostic radiology equipment

Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

The American Board of Radiology; or
The American Board of Medical Physics; or
The Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine

Medical Physicist Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Participates in testing the radiation output and image quality of x-ray based imaging equipment (radiography, mammography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography) per Federal and State regulations and requirements of national accreditation programs as well as standards of nationally recognized professional bodies
Assists in radiation dose monitoring efforts under the supervision of a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP)
Participates in physics testing of breast ultrasound equipment
Assists QMPs in validation of new imaging technology, and participates in acceptance testing of new imaging equipment
Assists QMPs in accreditation efforts of imaging equipment
Participates in data entry and preparation of physics test records
Ensures up-to-date calibrations on all medical physics test equipment
Maintains the QC records and test schedules for the Diagnostic Medical Physics quality control program
Communicates with all the sites within the Brigham Health network about relevant aspects of physics testing
Documents QA procedures and keeps the physics test report templates up-to-date
Participates in research and development projects under the supervision of the Chief of Diagnostic Medical Physics
Bachelor’s degree in physics, engineering or related science is required with strong preference for a candidate whose degree is in physics
Practical clinical medical physics training will be acquired on the job
Ability to work as part of a medical physics team. Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to diverse roles as a member of the departmental team
Excellent documentation as well as written and verbal communication skills. Must have interpersonal skills (verbal and written) sufficient to interact effectively with Physician and Technical staff
Ability to self-manage daily responsibilities and prioritize tasks to ensure timely QC. Willingness to work flexible hours as needed
Detail-oriented with technical problem solving skills and scientific data analysis skills
Excellent computer skills including ability to easily learn new software applications. Must have computer skills consistent with requirements for analysis of data from measurements x-ray imaging systems. These include Excel spreadsheet data analysis, word processing skills, use of graphics programs for graphical analysis of data
Must have the ability to adapt to changing pace within the department, with frequent interruptions
Able to work in changing environments (reduced lighting, increased noise, temperature variances, unpleasant odors, etc.)
Must be aware of hazards within the department, adhere to safety standards established by Brigham & Women’s Hospital and other regulatory agencies (large magnetic field, ionizing radiation, universal precautions, etc.)
Ability to travel between different sites within the Brigham Health Network
Physical ability to manage relatively heavy test equipment

Junior Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Develop patient treatment plans as prescribed by the Radiation Oncologist. Verify dosimetry calculations and participate in weekly chart checks
Calibrate and monitor radiation therapy equipment to ensure that all equipment is operating in compliance with specifications of the manufacturer, with radiation control regulations, and State and HFAP requirements. Perform acceptance testing and clinical commissioning of new equipment. Evaluate radiation oncology technical procedure prior to clinical use. Troubleshoot minor problems with hardware and software and upgrading when necessary
Conduct X-ray machine performance surveys (quality assurance) as needed and implements quality control procedures of electronic imaging devices

Medical Physicist Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Demonstrates consistent reliability and punctuality in regard to attendance
Protects all confidential information and obeys all HIPAA regulations. Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures, including dress code
Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (including compliance with Infection Prevention, Hand Hygiene, etc.). Identifies and reports safety hazards and incidents. Maintains secure areas per policy. Protects all confidential information and obeys all HIPAA regulations
Respond appropriately to emergency situations (Cone Health Codes) and demonstrates knowledge of how to respond. Always uses appropriate safety devices and techniques
Ability to follow verbal instructions and perform routine tasks
Demonstrate the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English
Attention to detail, thorough in work
Basic ability to use a computer and check email
Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written formats
Demonstrate computer skills to utilize electronic medical record
Ability to use a keyboard
Possess basic computer knowledge
Data entry – advanced knowledge
MS Word – basic knowledge
Excel – intermediate knowledge
PowerPoint – basic knowledge
Must have working knowledge of computer databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software; be able to visualize the computer screen and interpret information on the screen
Medical terminology
Takes responsibility for own actions, including the impact of own decisions on patients and others. Also takes responsibility for actions of any direct reports, avoiding blame or excuses. Takes appropriate action when anyone in the organization violates standards or regulations, viewing it as unacceptable to “look the other way”
Reacts promptly when requests are made or situations clearly call for it. Shifts priorities when a timely response is essential. Actions reflect sensitivity to patient/customer needs and sense of urgency. Balances speed of response with safety concerns
Establishes priorities during routine daily operations, addressing time-sensitive matters first, while also accomplishing day-to-day tasks and duties. Effectively triages tasks and events according to urgency level, impact on patients and outcomes desired under special conditions (e.g. during crises and emergencies). Makes choices that result in maximum completion of essential duties and minimum personal stress
Working knowledge of personal computer and communications technology
Possess knowledge of concepts, procedures, and troubleshooting techniques
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the application of tools, test equipment and meters to effectively diagnose equipment problems and/or failures consistently
Presents a neat, clean, and professional appearance consistent with a healthcare environment. Demonstrates appropriate use of personal protective equipment. Apparel is appropriate for work to be performed (including name badge) and does not pose a safety risk
Demonstrates an ability to interact with others in a courteous and professional manner and establish good working relationships
Identifies practices and procedures that are not working effectively and challenges underlying assumptions. Includes a representative number of persons when addressing issues (including patients and their families), resulting in the best resolution from various perspectives. Looks for the root cause of any problem, resulting in solutions that are enduring and sustainable
Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to do what is ethically “right”. Consistently tells the truth unless doing so would violate confidentiality or compromise the safety or privacy rights of patients or others. Behaves in a manner fully consistent with stated intentions and commitments, even when there is no one to witness activities. Stands up for what is right even when there are personal risks or when there are clear rewards for doing otherwise
Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations (ie: fast paced environment, meeting deadlines/work quotas, etc.)
Displays a high level of innovative and thorough decision-making skills related to the practice of therapeutic medical physics
Understanding of the provisions of the hospital's Linear Accelerator License and Radioactive Materials License issued by the North Carolina State Radiation Protection
Understanding of the North Carolina State Rules for the documentation and reporting of Medical Events as related to the treatment of patients with linear accelerators and sealed sources of radioactive materials
Understanding the physicians' prescriptions, techniques, and procedures employed in the treatments and the documentation of the treatments in order to ensure the accuracy of the treatment records
Functional understanding of the external beam computer treatment planning processes and the procedures for the manual calculation of the treatment parameters for verification of the accuracy of computer generated plans
Understanding of the simulation and treatment procedures and be able to assist the physician in planning the treatments, to assist in the simulation process, and to assist the therapists in administering the treatment
Functional understanding of the brachytherapy computer treatment planning process and a working knowledge of the manual calculation procedures for the verification of the accuracy of computer generated plans
Working knowledge of radiation safety principles and practices to be able to prepare the radiation sources and applicators for implants, assist the physicians in the implant procedures, inform and educate the nurses of proper radiation safety practices in attending the patients, and inform and educate the patients and patients' families in the applicable safety procedures
Provide for the security of radioactive materials
I will honor my word

Diagnostic Medical Physicist Resume Examples & Samples

Performance of acceptance testing, calibration, and safety surveys of imaging equipment
Consultation with the radiologist concerning patient or fetal doses, assistance with dosimetry and imaging and localization studies
Consultation with other physicians and patients regarding radiation exposure and safety
Teaching and presentation of continuing education programs for medical students, radiology residents, graduate students, physicians, nurses, technologists, ancillary personnel and other staff as necessary to be safe and compliant with current practice and standards
Ensures Accreditation of modalities as directed by Chief Diagnostic Medical Physicist
Development, implementation and supervision of quality control programs in the radiology
Membership or participation in applicable committees, such as the Safety Committee, the Radiation Safety Committee, Radioactive Drug Research Committee, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Committee, Human Investigations Involving Radiation Exposure (HIRE)

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