Radiation Physicist jobs in Houston, TX
Radiation Physicist ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts X-ray machine performance surveys, and implements procedures to ensure quality control for electronic imaging devices. Being a Radiation Physicist recommends radiation safety procedures. Informs staff in radiation safety practices. Additionally, Radiation Physicist may require an advanced degree of radiation physics. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Radiation Physicist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Radiation Physicist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Radiation Physicist- Willowbrook
- Houston Methodist
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Houston, TX
FULL_TIME
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At Houston Methodist, the Radiation Physicist is responsible for performing measurements and providing data for quality assurance of radiation sources and treatment plans, under the supervision of a fully licensed therapeutic medical physicist, to ensure that patients receive the physician prescribed radiation dose for accurate treament of disease as well as protecting patients, staff and public from radiation harm. The incumbent will monitor the performance of radiation producing devices as well as ensure that patient-specific quality assurance, including initial and periodic treatment plan checks, and measurements are performed appropriately and in a timely manner.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Works with therapy staff to ensure that periodic machine quality assurance is routinely and appropriately performed.
- Works with engineering/vendor staff to ensure machine repairs and upgrades are adequately performed and machine performance verified.
- Provides consultation to physicians and guidance to dosimetrists and therapists regarding best approaches to simulate, plan, image and treat patients to assure accurate delivery of prescribed radiation dosage to a specific human patient, and the associated risks.
- Participates in training of departmental personnel as needed to effectively and safely utilize equipment for patient care and in the didactic education and hands-on training for radiation oncology and medical physics residents and other trainees.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Participates in the development of procedures for testing and evaluating performance levels of radiotherapy treatment and simulation equipment. This includes assisting in the development and execution of plans for acceptance and commissioning of new radiotherapy and dosimetry equipment and software.
- Provides documentation that radiotherapy treatment, simulation and measurement equipment meet accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Participates in the development and management of the quality control program for a radiation treatment facility that includes applicable facility accreditation and regulatory requirements, and the review of policies and procedures pertaining to therapeutic radiation and its safe and appropriate use.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Performs quality assurance to verify proper functioning after installation, repair or upgrade of radiation treatment equipment and software. It includes acceptance testing of radiotherapy treatment and simulation equipment, calibration and characterization of radiation beams from therapeutic equipment including radiation quantity, quality, and distribution characteristics, and assessment of the mechanical and geometric optics for proper placement of the beam. It also includes calibration and/or verification of the physical and radiological characteristics of brachytherapy sources.
- Supports the implementation and management of dosimetric and beam delivery aspects of external beam delivery, brachytherapy irradiation and special procedures. External beam delivery aspects include treatment aids, beam modifiers, and geometrical arrangements. Special procedures are included for both external beam (e.g. radiosurgery, total body irradiation, total skin irradiation, intraoperative therapy) and brachytherapy (e.g. high dose rate, intravascular brachytherapy).
- Participates in acceptance testing, management, and supervision of computer systems used for treatment planning and calculation of treatment times or monitor units. This includes measurement and input of dosimetry data base and verification of output for external beam radiotherapy and brachytherapy.
- Ensures that patient-specific quality assurance, including initial and periodic treatment plan checks, and measurements if required, are performed on a timely manner.
- Participates in the development and/or evaluation of a radiation safety program in a therapeutic radiation facility including written procedures for the protection of patients, workers, and the public, as well as in the protective shielding design and radiation safety surveys in a radiotherapy facility.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Supports the development of specifications for radiotherapy treatment and simulation equipment, including software. Provides equipment and software evaluations of value and performance on possible equipment and software purchases.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- This position is eventually expected to grow into a senior physicist position (Radiation Physicist II) and manage all aspects of the clinical medical physics program.
- Participates in clinical research and development projects as well as other research projects that are consistent with departmental goals.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION- M.S. degree in physical science required.
WORK EXPERIENCE- Minimum of two years of experience in therapeutic medical physics in a hospital/clinic based environment, including educational training.
- 19 Days Ago
Physicist
- US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
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Houston, TX
FULL_TIME
- Duties Advise on all physical, mechanical, electrical, computer, automation and radiation safety aspects. Oversee and analyze quality control testing of radiation; detecting and measuring equipment. P...
- 18 Days Ago
Physicist
- SLB
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Sugar, TX
FULL_TIME
- The Physicist is responsible for providing engineering solutions for the development or improvement of techniques, procedures and products using analysis and experiments based on principles of physics...
- 15 Days Ago
Medical Physicist
- Detar Hospital
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VICTORIA, TX
FULL_TIME
- Ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conduct...
- 1 Day Ago
Medical Physicist
- DeTar Healthcare System
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Victoria, TX
FULL_TIME
- Ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conduct...
- 1 Month Ago
Radiation Therapist / Radiation Therapist
- Cross Country Healthcare
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Victoria, TX
FULL_TIME
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Radiation Therapist - Memorial City
- Oncology Consultants
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Houston, TX
- Radiation Therapist - Memorial City Employment: Radiation Therapy Type: Full Time Location: 10405 Katy Fwy Unit 150E Hou...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Supp Radiation Therapist, Central Staffing
- Memorial Hermann Health System
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Houston, TX
- At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Radiology Technologist - Specialist - West Tower (3p - 11:30p)
- Texas Children's Hospital
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Houston, TX
- Job Summary We are searching for a Radiology Specialist - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this positi...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Part Time Radiation Therapist - Memorial City
- Oncology Consultants
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Houston, TX
- "You can make a difference in the life of an oncology patient and find your career satisfaction by joining our team of h...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Multimodality Rad Tech PRN
- HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
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Houston, TX
- Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Radiation Therapist
- Talentwell
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Houston, TX
- Radiation Therapist Opportunity: TalentWell is hiring a Radiation Therapist to work for one of the top 5 largest Health ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Radiation Therapist - $95K-134K per year
- RestoraCare Staffing
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Houston, TX
- RestoraCare Staffing is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specia...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Radiation Therapist - $42-59 per hour
- RestoraCare Staffing
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Houston, TX
- RestoraCare Staffing is seeking a Radiation Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specia...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Houston, Texas
Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Physicist jobs
$191,975 to $237,284
Houston, Texas area prices
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