WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of a Masters Degree in Medical Physics with two years of clinical medical physics experience in radiation oncology.
• ABR / ABMP Board certified or board eligible within one year of hire, with a current knowledge of Regulatory and Review Agencies.
• Knowledge of IMPAC and CMS planning system a plus.
• Demonstrable success in a busy clinic or hospital setting a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• At the direction of the senior medical physics leadership at ProCure’s Training and Development Center and the Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry Operations, participates in the commissioning and acceptance testing of all proton therapy equipment, according to industry standards, all federal state and local regulations governing said commissioning and doing so to meet ProCure deadline for completion.
• Performs daily calibrations for all therapy equipment and radioactive sources as assigned.
• Is proficient using radiation measuring equipment, treatment planning computers, and Record and Verify system.
• Adheres to all Medical Physics QA procedures and policies.
• Participates in Lean process with center team to ensure quality, efficient and effective production of treatment plans and integrated work flow throughout the patient treatment process.
• Maintains a current knowledge of proper physics coding and documentation, assists in training new Physics staff member(s) (physicists and physics support staff) on same.
• Works with the Center Billing Manager to improve processes and produce documentation required during account / appeal processes.
• Ensures a robust Physics component of Mosaiq, the Mosaiq EMR and utilizes quality check list for intra and inter ProCure department(s) communication.
• Performs quality control tests of proton beam characteristics and mechanical characteristics of all proton therapy equipment.
• Measures, analyzes and enters data used for treatment planning computer software and tests new versions of software as directed by the Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry.
• Checks accuracy/appropriateness of computerized patient treatment plans performed by dosimetry staff and works in consultation with the physicians to achieve optimal care.
• Performs and /or assists dosimetry staff with patient-specific radiation measurements and calculations and assists in the selection and specifications of any complex beam devices required to protect critical structures.
• Proactively participates in the development, transitioning, and maintenance of paperless processes
• Performs weekly patient chart checks, as assigned, to verify accuracy.
• Assists the Center’s Radiation Safety Officer in performing functions and reporting (annual, adverse incidents, etc) required by partner hospital, local state and federal agencies.
• Establishes and / or maintains radiation monitoring safety badges and reporting.
• Serves as a physics representative, as assigned, on the Center’s Quality Assurance Committee.
• Performs activities relating to treatment planning for dual modality (photon/proton) patients.
• Participates in the at-center training of all new Physics staff; assists in at-center training of Dosimetrists as requested by the Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry.
• Participates in research and development projects in collaboration with the ProCure Medical Physics teams at the Training and Development Center, as approved by the Director of Center Medical Physcis and Dosimetry.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work as part of an integrated care and process team.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work flow.
• Technical problem solving.
• Superior customer (co workers, partner hospitals physicians, patients, vendors) service skills and focus.
• Provide excellent care for all patients, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation or religion.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to travel for educational / training purposes.
• Excellent computer skills, including use of IMPAC or Varis record & verify, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Teaching and coaching skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs of equipment.
• Physical ability to reach 5 feet above the floor.
• Able to sit at a computer for entire shift if required.
• Keyboard / mouse dexterity.
• Good vision and hearing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Exposures to hazardous risks include radiation exposure (under the ALARA principle), potential exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment and chemicals. Potential for bodily injury due to lifting. Required to follow universal precautions. Exposure to cleaning / sterilization agents. Hazards will be minimal if proper safety precautions are utilized. Work is mainly performed in an area with no natural light, and in close proximity to other team members.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

At the direction of the Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry Operations, from time to time supervise physicists; physics support staff and/or Dosimetry staff members.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Reports any process improvement opportunities to Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry Operations.
• Informs Director of Center Medical Physics and Dosimetry Operations of required resources for budgeting purposes.

OTHER

• Other duties as required by Senior Center Management
• Every ProCure employee is responsible for the up-keep and maintenance of the facility.

CONTACT
ProCure Treatment Centers offer an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a very comprehensive benefits package. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace.