Summary
Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the physics and dosimetry services in the cancer center to ensure alignment with the organizational strategic goals. Oversees operational performance to enhance outcomes and ensure the highest quality of care for the patients. Works closely with the clinical teams, physicians, and administrators to implement best practices in physics and dosimetry and ensure compliance with healthcare standards is maintained. This position requires patient care.
Essential Functions
- Coordinates all aspects of program development, supervision, strategic initiatives, budget, and facilities management.
- Perform or assist in simulations and tumor localization using a range of imaging devices.
- Consults with peers and direct reports regarding treatment planning.
- Supervise licensed clinicians and/or student interns.
- Supports and guides technologists, technicians, medical physics, and dosimetry staff in the key programs to ensure high‑quality clinical care of patients.
- Utilize project management skills, direct technology integrations, and manage the brachy therapy program.
- Monitor, problem solve, and implement quality improvement initiatives that support program goals.
- Perform all aspects of medical physics and dosimetry functions.
Education
Master's Degree in Physics required.
Experience in lieu of a degree
No.
Licenses and Credentials
- American Board of Radiology Certification (National) – Generic – HR Only required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS – AHA) – American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
Experience
Medical physics with experience in accelerator, high dose rate brachytherapy, and low dose rate brachytherapy physics 5‑7 years required; experience in a management or leadership role 3‑5 years required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Attention to technical details that honor the highest standards of patient care.
- Strong leadership and management skills in an oncology setting.
- In‑depth knowledge of physics and dosimetry best practices and regulations.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in budget management and resource optimization.
- Proven ability to drive quality improvement initiatives and enhance patient care.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Occasionally
- Lifting Frequently
- Carrying Frequently
- Pushing Occasionally
- Pulling OccasionallyClimbing Rarely
- Balancing Frequently
- Stooping Occasionally
- Kneeling Occasionally
- Crouching Occasionally
- Crawling Rarely
- Reaching Frequently
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Foot Use Rarely
- Vision – Far Constantly
- Vision – Near Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
Wentworth‑Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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