Medical Physics Resident
- Requisition ID
- 187345
- Department
- 200702 Cancer Institute
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Professionals
Position Purpose
Primary responsibilities include weekly chart review, completed chart review, treatment planning, treatment planning verification, brachytherapy planning and delivery, quality control of the treatment machine under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist and other assignments as requested by the Director of Physics.
Nature and Scope
The Medical Physicist Resident will directly collaborate with medical staff, nursing staff, and other managers in the hospital to ensure that the Cancer Center functions, and specific radiation safety matters are consistent with established goals and objectives.
The incumbent will be working with the TrueBeam unit, Bravos HDR system, Philips Big Bore 16 Slice CT simulator, and Eclipse treatment planning system. Other imaging modalities such as MRI, PET/CT, ultrasound and nuclear medicine imaging are available.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
1. Skills for proper use of measurement equipment in accordance with state and federal regulation.
2. Skills to ensure the quality of radiation delivery in radiation therapy department.
3. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
4. Ability to organize information to efficiently accomplish assigned tasks and projects.
5. Ability to work effectively with a broad range of personnel, including physicians, employees, clinical staff, and administrative personnel.
6. Adopts a philosophy consistent with the Renown Health Standards of Conduct.
7. Effective problem-solving skills.
8. Works independently.
9. Computer proficient.
This position may provide patient care.
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Minimum of two years of didactic coursework in a CAMPEP accredited Master’s or PhD program or in an accredited DMP program required. |
Experience: | Must be currently enrolled in a CAMPEP accredited residency or DMP program. |
License(s): | None |
Certification(s): | None |
Computer / Typing: | Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.