Salina Regional Health Center
PHYSICIST BOARD CERTIFIED
POSITION SUMMARY
The Radiation Physicists is responsible for the safe and effective us of radioactive equipment at Tammy Walker Cancer Center. The Physicist is held accountable for the safety and correct use of radiation treatments and helps other members of the oncology staff to design treatment plans. The Physicist is also responsible for maintaining radiation safety standards to protect the patients and employees of Tammy Walker Cancer Center by checking the equipment continuously to ensure the correct dose of radiation is being used,
POPULATION SERVED: Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric
OSHA CATEGORY I
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
QUALITY Maintains and utilizes the most current dosimetry/computer treatment planning knowledge base available. Maintains skill in the current testing and calibration of the linear accelerators and Treatment Planning System (TPS) equipment. Provides insight to the radiation oncologist and dosimetrist during the development of the treatment plan while reviewing the calculation of dose distributions and machine settings prior to the treatment delivery. Directly involved with the quality management program in aspects that involve the use of external beam radiotherapy equipment. Responsible for maintaining the quality assurance program that ensures patients receive the prescribed dose accurately.
ACCESS Serves as the Tammy Walker Cancer Center radiation safety officer. Reviews department policies and procedures when requested; suggests and implements corrective action for abnormal quality control results. Performs routine checks of all radiation oncology equipment weekly, monthly, yearly or as required and provides written report of findings; maintains calibration equipment, survey meters.
STEWARDSHIP Demonstrates comprehensive working knowledge and skills in clinical and technical aspects of current dosimetry practice. Assures complete and accurate dosimetry calculation, documentation, and billing. Confirm that charts are complete prior to the patient’s scheduled treatment time. Consistently maximizes the accuracy and effectiveness of patient treatments by verifying the accuracy of the dosimetry documentation in the radiotherapy chart with dosimetry calculations and plans. Takes prompt action when any physics/dosimetry discrepancies are noted and notifies all pertinent personnel of facts.
ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES
PATIENT CENTERED
Keeps the welfare of the patient at the center of all decisions and actions by maintaining a customer-centered focus at all times. Advocates for patients and their families by practicing behaviors that create a culture of patient focused activity.
QUALITY Expects excellence of self and others. Questions the status quo; uses creativity and innovation to engage in performance and process improvement. Identifies and mitigates risk.
INTEGRITY Is honest and ethical in all matters. Demonstrates teamwork/cooperation within and across departments, understanding others perspectives and resolving conflict constructively.
TRUST Safeguards the privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information at all times. Treats all people with dignity; supports diversity; and understands related issues. Is flexible and adaptable to change; demonstrates a positive and supportive attitude; and willingly accepts change.
SUSTAINABILITY Holds self and others accountable in the use of SRHC supplies, and completion of tasks in a timely, efficient, and productive manner. Volunteers for or accepts new or additional duties/responsibilities for the greater good of the department, organization, and/or patient.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Masters Degree or PhD in physics or medical physics
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
One year clinical Radiation Oncology training One year advanced dosimetry/computer treatment planning experience
REQUIRED REGISTRATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Therapeutic Medical Physics (TMP) certification through the America Board of Radiology Applicable Resuscitation and other position-related certifications must be obtained within the timeframe established by SRHC policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers up to 30 pounds Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching Manual dexterity and mobility Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
WORKING CONDITIONS
Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne and/or infectious diseases Exposed to odorous chemicals and radioactive materials Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to emergency or crisis situations Subject to many interruptions; pressure due to multiple calls, inquires, and/or deadlines Subject to long and/or irregular hours (days, evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call)
EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
In signing the job description, I attest that I will adhere to Salina Regional Health Center’s policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including but not limited to complying fully with the Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Ethical Conduct; and participating actively in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Plan, including identifying and mitigating risk to patients.
I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and accept the qualifications, responsibilities, and performance expectations outlined in the job description. I recognize that these duties form the basis for my performance evaluations, and that management reserves the right to assign additional tasks or change existing essential job functions as operational needs dictate. I confirm that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.