• Medical Physicist

    UPMC (Cumberland, MD)


    The Department of Radiation Oncology at UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Medical Physicist to join our dedicated team of 1 Radiation Oncologist, 2 dosimetrists, 4 radiation therapists and 1 CT simulation therapist. UPMC Western Maryland offers state-of-the-art treatment on 2 Varian linacs (1 TrueBeam ,1 Trilogy and 1 PET/CT Sim unit), Eclipse treatment planning system with Aria record and verify database. A partial remote coverage can also be discussed.

     

    UPMC Western Maryland Schwab Family Cancer Center offers patients access to world-class cancer care in their community.

     

    The Schwab Family Cancer Center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer ® and National Accreditation Program for Breast Cancers.

     

    UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has partnered with community-based hospitals throughout the region to develop one of the largest integrated community networks of cancer physicians and health care specialists in the country.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Oversee the work of dosimetrists to ensure accurate and personalized treatment plans.

    + Collaborate with the Radiation Oncologist to plan and deliver patient treatments.

    + Develop and direct quality control programs for equipment and procedures.

    + Ensure equipment functionality by taking precise measurements of the radiation beam.

    + Perform clinical physics duties, including maintaining Commonwealth regulatory compliance and calibrating all radiation therapy equipment.

    Equipment and Technology:

    + 2 Varian linear accelerators (1 TrueBeam, 1 Trilogy)

    + 1 PET/CT Simulation unit

    + Eclipse treatment planning system with Aria record and verify database

     

    Apply today to be a part of UPMC Western Maryland's commitment to excellence in radiation oncology.

     

    + A physical science or engineering degree required, medical physics is preferred.

    + Masters required

    + Two years Radiation Oncology Physics experience required, five years preferred. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** American Board of Radiology (ABR) certified in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics or ABR Board eligible. **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**