Job Information
Banner Health Radiation Oncology Physicist Banner MD Anderson in Greeley, Colorado
Primary City/State:
Greeley, Colorado
Department Name:
Radiation Oncology
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Clinical Care
Primary Location Salary Range:
$78.90 - $131.50 / hour, based on education & experience
In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus and relocation assistance available !
POSITION SUMMARY
Banner Health in Northern Colorado is seeking a medical physicist for a full-time position in radiation oncology. The physicist will join a team of two physicists and a physics assistant/resident to provide physics services for three APEx-accredited integrated sites in beautiful Northern Colorado. All three sites will employ TrueBeam linear accelerators, RayStation treatment planning, and Mosaiq R&V, and VisionRT SGRT. Two sites use GammaMed HDR afterloaders with BracyhVision treatment planning. One site uses a Varian STX with ExacTrac for the SRS program.
Banner is a partner in the MD Anderson Cancer Network, which provides physicists the opportunity to work in collaboration radiation oncology colleagues at M.D. Anderson in Houston, and at Banner sites in Arizona. M.D. Anderson has been ranked as the No. 1 hospital for cancer care in the nation since 2018 by U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Hospitals” survey.
Located at foot of the stunning Rocky Mountains, Northern Colorado offers an array of activities for outdoor enthusiasts just outside the city limits. The northern Front Range metro area has a vibrant art scene, and is home to a number of universities. Less than 60 minutes from Denver, it is easy to access an international airport, and other amenities of a major metropolitan city. Northern Colorado is also home to many of the state’s top-ranked schools.
CORE FUNCTIONS
The physicist verifies proper calibration, operation, and safety of radiation-producing machines and sources in accordance with established guidelines and protocols. The physicist ensures accuracy, quality, and safety of radiation therapy treatments. This includes reviewing treatment plans, assisting and supporting dosimetry and therapy staff, and performing measurements and evaluations as necessary. They physicist works with an interdisciplinary radiation oncology team to plan and deliver advanced specialized therapies such as HDR brachytherapy, SBRT, and SRS. The physicist collaborates with department staff and physics colleagues to evaluate, commission, and implement new technologies. The physicist ensures all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements are met, and maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. The physicist applies independent judgement and learned methodologies while operating within established policies and procedures. The physicist assists in staff continuing education, physics resident training, and dosimetry student education. The physicist consistently demonstrates Banner core values:
Treating those we serve and each other with compassion, dignity and respect
Acting with integrity and striving for the highest quality care and service
Exceeding the expectations of the people we serve and those we set for ourselves
The physicist engages with Banner and MD Anderson colleagues to advance the MD Anderson vision at Banner sites: “We shall be the premier cancer center in the world, based on the excellence of our people, our research-driven patient care and our science”.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Masters degree or Ph.D. in medical physics or related discipline is required.
American Board of Radiology (ABR) board certification in Therapeutic Radiation Physics (or equivalent) is strongly preferred. Eligibility for ABR board certification within 4 years of hire is required.
Licensure by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Schedule : Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378-bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community-based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is amongst Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities for the healthcare professional, our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close-knit community.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position under supervision provides physics services by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS
Verifies proper operation and safety of all machines and sources producing radiation in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
Performs measurements or other evaluations as necessary to ensure accurate dose delivery for treatments. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Provides support and assistance in delivery of all radiation therapy treatments, including advanced specialized therapies. Assists in or performs computer treatment planning as needed. Assists in the evaluation and implementation of new therapies and protocols. Serves as a physics services resource for all staff.
Assists in staff continuing education on appropriate medical physics and radiation safety procedures as needed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Ensures all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements are met.
Participates in regular quality assurance reviews. Ensures proper documentation is recorded and maintained.
Under supervision performs procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of radiation oncology, nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Masters Degree or PH.D. in Medical Physics or other related discipline is required.
As of September 1, 2024, all Radiation Oncology Physicists hired on or after September 1, 2024 will be required to have a certification by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or equivalent within 4 years of hire and licensure by the state regulatory agency, where required.
BLS certification required.
Must possess knowledge in medical physics including regulations governing the use of radiation in medicine, advanced computer skills, advanced treatment planning, and quality control procedures. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):
2025-01-11
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