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Medical Physicist

Dignity Health Medical Group Sacramento, California
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The posted compensation range of $84.61 - $135.38 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2023-294371 Employment Type Full Time Department Radiation Oncology-Cancer Ctr Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday-Friday (8:00AM-5:00PM) Remote No Category Radiology
Overview

***This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus and/or relocation assistance.

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service. 

Dignity Health Advance Imaging, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, provides cutting-edge diagnostic imaging services at 16 locations in the greater Sacramento and Woodland areas.  Our team of 160 staff members work with our specialty trained and board certified radiologists to provide high quality care to our patients.  The locations perform more than 175000 exams annually with the goal of providing top quality imaging compassionate care and timely service with a smile.


Responsibilities

***This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus and/or relocation assistance.

Position Summary:

Enjoy the opportunity to positively affect the health and well-being of entire communities. As a Medical Physicist with the Dignity Health Medical Foundation, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy to our patients.

Why CommonSpirit Health? We are committed to improving the health of our communities, especially those who are vulnerable. We value collaboration, teamwork, and professional growth. You'll be part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional care and improving the lives of our patients.

Success in this role means you:
- Will provide accurate delivery of planned radiation therapy treatment; including dose distributions and diagrams of treatment plans
- Will develop and maintain quality control policies for equipment, participate in quality assurance and utilization review programs. And apply radiation protection principles to ensure safety for everyone
- Ensure compliance with radiation licensing and accreditation requirements
- Work closely with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality patient care
- Provide education to both patients and clinic staff
- Enjoy collaborating with physicians, administration, and other support staff

They may also be required to work at other locations within the Greater Sacramento Area, as needed.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's degree

  • Two (2) years as a Medical Radiation Physicist

  • Board Certified ABR/ABMP in Radiation Therapy Physics/Eligible for ABR or ABMP

  • Familiarity with ARIA - Record & Verify (R&V). Provides guidance and consultation for the dosimetry

  • Familiar with State of California radiation compliance standards and ability to act as administrator required

  • Ability to work individually and as a team without reservation, especially in unforeseen circumstances towards an efficient and effective department operation

  • Provides radiation safety, radioactive material surveys and radioactive material inventories

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Four (4) years as Medical Radiation Physicist preferred

  • Experience in Varian linear accelerators is strongly preferred

  • Experience with treatment planning in external and High Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy preferred

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Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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