About the unit
As the region's leader in radiation oncology services, Corewell Health Cancer Center at Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion provides radiation therapy to more patients than any other health care facility in West Michigan. Radiation oncology services are also available at our Holland and Reed City locations. We offer a full range of treatments and state-of-the-art technologies. The radiation oncology program at Spectrum Health is certified by the American College of Radiation Oncology.
Scope of work
Primarily and professionally engaged in the evaluation, delivery, and optimization of therapeutic applications of ionizing radiation, and the equipment associated with their production, use and measurement. Role involves clinical and educational components. Performs radiation safety duties as required for regulatory compliance and safe use of ionizing radiation. Performs and oversees calibrations, quality assurance monitoring, acceptance testing and commissioning for all radiation oncology simulation, planning, and treatment equipment. Oversees the maintenance and repairs of simulation and radiation treatment units. Responsible for releasing these machines for sale, clinical use following service. Reviews treatment plan calculations and data input into record and verifies system for accuracy, as performed by physics and technical employees. Performs and oversees external beam and brachytherapy treatment plans. Works closely with the radiation oncologists and dosimetrists providing consultation on treatment techniques for the optimization of radiation dose distribution in patients. Evaluates and/or implements new programs and treatment techniques for radiation oncology.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Radiological or Medical Physics Required upon hire
- Two years of experience as a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in a clinical setting, including machine calibrations and radiation oncology treatment planning and dose calculations
- CRT - Medical Physics, American Board of Radiology (ABR) or American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) required within first 3 years
Primary Location
SITE - Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion - 145 Michigan St - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Radiation Oncology - Butterworth
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
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