Medical Radiation Physicist Sedona, Arizona
Position Overview
The Medical Radiation Physicist plays a vital role within Northern Arizona Healthcare's two Cancer Centers. This position supports both clinical and machine physics and contributes to the leadership, development, implementation, and technical execution of Radiation Oncology programs.
Responsibilities
Support the physics requirements of the Brachytherapy program, including High Dose Rate (HDR) and Low Dose Rate (LDR) seed implant procedures.
Aid in the oversight and management of the treatment planning program.
Direct Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) treatment planning and operational workflows, as delegated.
In collaboration with Radiation Oncologists, assist with the Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) programs.
Participate actively in the Cancer Center's quality assurance initiatives.
Direct proficiency testing for radiation oncology equipment during acceptance testing and at scheduled intervals, as assigned.
Perform chart reviews, therapy calculations, dosimetry support, and treatment plan development and review, as delegated.
Assist in the administration and oversight of the Radiation Safety Program within the Cancer Centers.
Collaborate effectively with Dosimetrists, the Lead Radiation Therapist, and Staff Radiation Therapists.
Cook up with the Biomedical Technologist assigned to Radiation Oncology, as appropriate.
Cook up with the designated Radiation Safety Officers at Flagstaff Medical Center and Verde Valley Medical Center regarding radiation licensure, exposure monitoring, and regulatory reporting, as directed.
Support radiation safety compliance and associated reporting requirements.
Demonstrate proficiency in three-dimensional treatment planning.
Demonstrate competency in brachytherapy treatment planning, including HDR and seed implant procedures.
Possess working knowledge of calibration procedures for linear accelerators and other radiation sources.
Exhibit advanced expertise in clinical dosimetry and treatment planning for external beam therapies and implant sources, including patient setup and computerized treatment planning systems.
Report all safety-related incidents promptly using the Midas/RDE reporting system.
Attend all required safety training programs and perform duties in a safe and responsible manner.
Maintain compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, statutes, and organizational policies relevant to the position.
Ensure all required certifications and licenses remain current and valid.
Complete all mandatory organizational training and job-specific education within designated timeframes.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree in Medical Physics or a closely related discipline — Required
Certifications and Licensures: American Board of Radiology (ABR) certification or graduation from a CAMPEP-accredited program with the ability to obtain ABR certification — Required
Active Radioactive Materials License — Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification — Required within 90 days of hire
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in a Radiation Therapy department or completion of a residency within a CAMPEP-approved program — Required
Preferred Experience: Includes: HDR and LDR treatment planning using Eclipse BrachyVision and VariSeed Familiarity with the ARIA Record and Verify System Varian linear accelerator commissioning, calibration, and quality assurance CT simulation Image-guided treatment planning and patient setup