What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Physics Resident - Radiation Oncology position at Loyola Medicine?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access to I290 and I55.
Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion—to "also treat the human spirit." Come be a part of the Medical Physics Radiation Oncology Resident team at Loyola Medicine, Maywood, IL
Our Vision
As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.
About The Job
A two (2) year professional training program in the physics of radiation oncology. Under the supervision of a Qualified Medical Physicist, the Physics resident will be engaged in all aspects of clinical physics related to dosimetry and medical physics in support of patient care and quality assurance within the Department of Radiation Oncology.
What You Will Do
Here's what you'll need
Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
Trinity Health Benefits Summary
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access to I290 and I55.
Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion—to "also treat the human spirit." Come be a part of the Medical Physics Radiation Oncology Resident team at Loyola Medicine, Maywood, IL
Our Vision
As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.
- 2 Year Residency Training Program - Radiation Oncology
- Rate of pay: $30.00 per hour
- Benefits start on day one
About The Job
A two (2) year professional training program in the physics of radiation oncology. Under the supervision of a Qualified Medical Physicist, the Physics resident will be engaged in all aspects of clinical physics related to dosimetry and medical physics in support of patient care and quality assurance within the Department of Radiation Oncology.
What You Will Do
- Under direction of physics and dosimetry staff, use computerized treatment planning (IMRT and 3D planning) and direct measurement to determine the radiation dose distribution in patients undergoing therapy.
- Perform calibration of linear accelerator using the TG-51 protocol, under direction of staff physicists.
- Assist staff physicists with daily, monthly and annual quality assurance checks on Departmental linear accelerators and other equipment as directed.
- Participate in the treatment planning, quality assurance and delivery of LDR and HDR brachytherapy procedures, under supervision of a staff physicist.
- Assist staff physicists in the treatment planning, quality assurance, and delivery of stereotactic radiosurgery/stereotactic body radiotherapy procedures.
- Work with staff physicists on radiation safety tasks related to shielding design, calculations, and patient/staff-specific protection issues.
- Under direction of staff physicists, perform in vivo dosimetry and OSLD measurements.
- Assist staff physicists in the planning, quality assurance and delivery of other special procedures including total body irradiation (TBI), total skin electron therapy (TSET), intra-operative radiotherapy and hyperthermia.
- Participate in acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment (ie., linear accelerators, etc) within the Department, under direction of staff physicists.
- Provide continuing education lectures to medical residents, physicists, dosimetrists, therapists and other staff as needed.
- Document clinical projects and other assigned tasks.
- Participate in Departmental seminars and didactics and attend lectures in radiation therapy physics.
Here's what you'll need
- Masters Degree
- Specific Degree(s): Medical Physics
- Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.)
- Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
- Same Day Pay "New"
- Competitive Shift Differentials
- Career Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
- Referral Rewards
- Perks Program
Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.
- We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
- We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
Trinity Health Benefits Summary
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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