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)
Job Summary
The medical physicist is responsible for all physics and radiation safety duties including treatment planning, dosimetry data management, special physics reports and consultations, equipment calibration of linear accelerators and simulation machine, and quality assurance of patient treatment equipment.
Duties and responsibilities
Qualifications and Educational Requirement
Working conditions/Physical Requirements
Medical office setting
Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment
Controlling machines and processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes.
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Ability to see details at close range.
Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences.
Ability to read and understand information in writing.
Ability to communicate information in speaking so others will understand.
Standing for long periods of time
Minimum lifting requirements of 40 pounds in order to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies.
Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to assist patients.
Direct reports
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