Radiation Physicist jobs in Des Moines, IA

Participates in all aspects of Medical physics related services for radiation therapy patients. Works closely with physics staff and radiation oncologists on patient and department pertinent matters.

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• Participates in the Quality Assurance program of the Radiation Therapy Department.

• Is involved in patient treatments of External Beam and Brachytherapy procedures.

• Participates in physics projects.

• Participates in Regulatory Compliance tasks.

• Assists dosimetry in treatment planning for External Beam, Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Brachytherapy.

• Assists in Radiation Safety tasks.

• Performs treatment planning for High Dose Remote Treatments. Monitors patient during treatment.

Education: Master of Science in Medical Physics.

Experience: 3-5 years clinical experience in Medical Physics. VMAT, IMRT, IGRT, SRS, SBRT, SGRT, and HDR experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. ABR (or equivalent) certification highly preferred. Actively listed on an existing radioactive materials license preferred. Eligible to be an authorized medical physicist under the rules of the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Demonstrates Accountability, Professionalism, Motivation, Teamwork, Communication & Flexibility