Radiation Physicist jobs in Wisconsin
Radiation Physicist ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation-producing sources and imaging equipment and the protection of patients and staff from radiation. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts X-ray machine performance surveys, and implements procedures to ensure quality control for electronic imaging devices. Being a Radiation Physicist recommends radiation safety procedures. Informs staff in radiation safety practices. Additionally, Radiation Physicist may require an advanced degree of radiation physics. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Radiation Physicist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Radiation Physicist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Radiation Physicist jobs
Physicist- Radiation Oncology
- Gundersen Health System
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La Crosse, WI
FULL_TIME
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Schedule Weekly Hours:
40
Job Description:
Ensures safe and accurate radiation delivery and patient safety through the management of technical aspects of radiation delivery equipment. Supports the quality assurance (QA) program and process development in the Department of Radiation Oncology.
Major Responsibilities- Performs Quality Assurance on radiation therapy equipment to maintain compliance with national standards
- Performs routine equipment calibrations and checks as directed
- Assists with the implementation of new technology and techniques as directed by the Senior and Lead Physicists
- Assists in the commissioning of new equipment under the supervision of the Senior and Lead Physicists
- Completes dosimetry plan checks, final completion checks and weekly chart checks
- Responsible for all aspects of patient dosimetry including but not limited to patient-specific physics consultations as requested by the Radiation Oncologist, patient-specific quality assurance and in vivo dosimetry
- Performs delivery of standard and complicated treatment planning and techniques
- Participates in teaching of radiation therapy and dosimetry interns
- Assists in performing competencies of dosimetry and therapy staff
- Responsible for all aspects of departmental radiation safety including personnel exposure monitoring, shipping, receiving and inventory of radioactive material as outlined by regulatory agencies
- Facilitates troubleshooting by working collaboratively with biomedical engineers as necessary
- Supports compliance of all state and federal regulating and accrediting bodies
Education and Learning:
Master’s degree in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related discipline
DESIRED
Doctorate or PhD in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related discipline
Required
Work Experience:
None required
DESIRED
1-2 years
Required
License and Certifications:
American Board of Radiology (ABR) certification in Therapeutic Medical Physics within 2 years of start date
Or
The American Board of Medical Physics equivalent in Radiation Therapy Physics upon hire
Age Specific Population:
Nonage Specific (N/A)
Osha Category:
Category 1 - Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Subject to hazards (Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts or vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding, exposure to chemicals, etc.)
Frequently in close quarters (Crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, sewage and water line pipes, etc.)
Exposed to infectious diseases
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Sitting Approximately 5.5 hours in a day
Static Standing Approximately 3 hours total in a day
Walking/Standing Approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day
Stooping/Bending Approximately 3 hours total in a day
Reaching – Shoulder Level Approximately 3 hours total in a day
Reaching – Below Shoulder Approximately 3 hours total in a day
Reaching – Above Shoulder Approximately 3 hours total in a day
Repetitive Actions – Fine manipulation Approximately 5.5 hours in a day
Lifting – Other Approximately 3 hours total in a day 0-25lbs
Carrying more than 50 feet Approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day 0-25lbs
Carrying less than 50 feet Approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day 0-25lbs
Pushing or Pulling Approximately 30 minutes to 1.5 hours total in a day 0-75lbs
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267
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Medical Physicist-Radiation Oncology
- American Association of Physicists in Medicine
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Milwaukee, WI
OTHER
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Travel Physicist Radiation Oncology
- Aya Healthcare
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Marshfield, WI
FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR,TEMPORARY
- Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Radiation Oncology Physicist in Marshfield, Wisconsin. This is a 13-week contract position that requires at least one year of experi...
- 1 Month Ago
Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist
- University of Wisconsin Madison
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Madison, WI
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary: The Radiation Oncology Physics Section at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Human Oncology, is seeking a medical physicist with stron...
- 14 Days Ago
Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology
- Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS)
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Minocqua, WI
PART_TIME
- Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Job Title: Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology Cost Center: 301451266 Minocqua-R...
- 25 Days Ago
Clinical Medical Physicist II - Radiation Oncology
- Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
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La Crosse, WI
FULL_TIME
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- 7 Days Ago
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Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech)
- CARLE
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Peoria, IL
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Senior Radiation Physicist
- Northwell Health
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New Hyde Park, NY
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Medical Physicist
- CommonSpirit Health
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Sacramento, CA
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Radiation Physicist
- OSF HealthCare
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Peoria, IL
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About Wisconsin
Wisconsin is bordered by the Montreal River; Lake Superior and Michigan to the north; by Lake Michigan to the east; by Illinois to the south; and by Iowa to the southwest and Minnesota to the northwest. A border dispute with Michigan was settled by two cases, both Wisconsin v. Michigan, in 1934 and 1935. The state's boundaries include the Mississippi River and St. Croix River in the west, and the Menominee River in the northeast.
With its location between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River, Wisconsin is home to a wide variety of geographical features. The state is divided into five dist...
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Income Estimation for Radiation Physicist jobs
$190,008 to $234,852
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