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Clinical Medical Physicist - (Murtha/Indiana)

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Johnstown, PA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ABR/ABMP Certification In Therapeutic Radiological Physics Or Therapeutic RadiologyMaster's degree

Job overview

UPMC is hiring a Clinical Medical Physicist - (Murtha/Indiana). UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Clinical Medical Physicist for its Johnstown, PA and Indiana, PA locations. This role focuses on quality assurance, dosimetry calibration, and implementing advanced radiation therapy techniques. The physicist will collaborate with another physicist to support two sites with SBRT capabilities, joining a large team of medical physicists within a leading cancer center network.

Key focus areas include Focus on quality assurance testing, Perform dosimetry calibration of radiation therapy equipment, and Implement advanced radiation therapy techniques such as SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT with CBCT/OBI, 4D CT, and organ motion management.

Successful candidates bring M.S. Or Ph.D. In Physics Or Medical Physics and ABR/ABMP Certification In Therapeutic Radiological Physics Or Therapeutic Radiology. Important skills include Quality Assurance Testing, Dosimetry Calibration Of Radiation Therapy Equipment, SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, and IGRT With CBCT/OBI. Preferred (not required): Varian 23EX, TrueBeam, Eclipse RTP, and Aria R&V System.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Quality Assurance TestingDosimetry Calibration of Radiation Therapy EquipmentSBRTVMATIMRTIGRT With CBCT/OBI4D CTOrgan Motion ManagementVarian 23EXTrueBeamEclipse RTPAria R&v SystemPhilips CT UnitsGE CT UnitsPET/CT SimulatorsGamma Knife UnitsRefleXion X1Collaboration

Qualifications

M.S. In Physics or Medical PhysicsPh.D. In Physics or Medical PhysicsABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Therapeutic RadiologyAct 34 Clearance3+ Years Clinical ExperienceBoard Eligibility

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

About UPMC:

The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network is one of the largest integrated cancer networks in the United States with more than 60 locations throughout Pennsylvania including 24 radiation oncology centers in the United States, and five centers in Europe. With our team of dedicated clinicians and medical physicists, standardized processes, state-of-the-art equipment, and an integrated IT platform, the UPMC network is a national leader in scaling world class care to radiation oncology patients close to their homes.

Purpose:

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is currently hiring for a Clinical Medical Physicist at our UPMC/John P. Murtha Regional Cancer Center in Johnstown, PA, which offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced physicist to join a leading medical physics division. Here's a breakdown of the key points:

Position Summary:

  • Location: UPMC/John P. Murtha Regional Cancer Center, Johnstown, PA.

  • This position will work between Johnstown. PA and our Indiana, PA office

  • Responsibilities: The physicist will primarily focus on quality assurance testing, dosimetry calibration of radiation therapy equipment, implementation of advanced radiation therapy techniques such as SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT with CBCT/OBI, 4D CT, and organ motion management.

  • Equipment: The center is well-equipped with Varian 23EX and TrueBeam machines, Eclipse RTP with Aria R&V system, Philips and GE CT units, PET/CT simulators, Gamma Knife units, RefleXion X1, and more.

  • Collaboration: The physicist will closely collaborate with another physicist to support two sites with SBRT capabilities.

Employment Environment:

  • Organization: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is a leading institution in research and clinical implementation of advanced radiation therapy technologies.

  • Network: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has facilities in western Pennsylvania, Ireland, and Italy, with plans for further international expansion.

  • Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package offered, with faculty appointment level and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, contribute to cutting-edge research and clinical practice, and be part of a renowned cancer center network.

The physicist in this position will join a team of 40+ medical physicists across the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network and will be supported by Medical Physics Division leadership. The physicist in this position will have many opportunities to collaborate and advance the Medical Physics Division’s goal of expanding its strong clinical physics program with emphasis on both its academic mission and community-based cancer care.

Qualifications:

  • Education: M.S. or Ph.D. Degree in Physics or Medical Physics.

  • Certification: ABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Therapeutic Radiology.

  • Experience: At least three years of clinical experience preferred, with demonstrated skills in SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT with CBCT/OBI, 4D CT, and organ motion management.

  • Other: Board eligibility is acceptable.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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