Radiation Physicist ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts X-ray machine performance surveys, and implements procedures to ensure quality control for electronic imaging devices. Being a Radiation Physicist recommends radiation safety procedures. Informs staff in radiation safety practices. Additionally, Radiation Physicist may require an advanced degree of radiation physics. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Radiation Physicist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Radiation Physicist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Medical Physicist - Provide clinical physics coverage in the Department of Radiation Oncology at MGH with a focus on supporting the brachytherapy service. Participate in commissioning upgrades, repair, perform monthly and annual QA of treatment equipment, and acceptance testing. Participate in clinical troubleshooting, initial and weekly chart checks, treatment planning consultation, and other routine clinical physics responsibilities. Support the Intra-Operative Radiation Therapy program, as well as general medical physics and quality assurance duties. Provide oversight to Radiation Oncology Medical Residents and Medical Physics Residents. Have shared responsibility for all quality assurance and maintenance of a LINAC.
Requirements include a Master's degree or equivalent in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited graduate program in Medical Physics and completion of a two-year residency program in medical physics.Schedule: Full-time Time of Day: Standard Hours: 40 Shift: Day Job
Must be eligible for or possess American Board of Radiology Certification .