Are you looking for a Great place to work? Our team at Maryland Oncology Hematology is looking for "star" talent. If you believe you have what it takes to create a rewarding experience for our Physicians, patients, and team members, we'd enjoy the opportunity to speak with you!

Maryland Oncology Hematology is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer care available anywhere in an atmosphere of caring compassion. We have over 15 convenient locations throughout Maryland and in DC.

SCOPE:

Provides specific functions of a quality assurance program for patient care in cancer treatment which is delivered using radiation equipment and radioactive sources.. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Prepares detectors and phantoms for irradiation on therapy machines.

-Performs measurements and provides data for quality assurance of treatment plans.

-Inspects radiotherapy treatment records and calculates dose to organs.

-Inspects or evaluates results of various dosimetry evaluations including TLD, gold foil, etc.

-Monitors performance of radiation producing machines by physical measurement.

-Analyzes data and prepares reports as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Physics from an accredited four-year college or university. Minimum of two years experience in radiation therapy/dosimetry in lieu of degree in Physics. Valid state license (or eligibility for license) for radiation physics. Must maintain certification and continuing education requirements as outlined by appropriate professional organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to utilize components of the treatment-planning computer including but not limited to the use of keyboards, digitizers, trackball and mouse controls. Must be able to stand for 8 hours; lift 40-pound block to shoulder level; have sufficient visual acuity to distinguish structures and isodose displays on computer monitor. Additionally, must be able to align treatment field and monitor patient during radiation therapy treatment; have adequate hearing and speaking capabilities to effectively communicate with patients and staff; have adequate mobility to assist patients on and off treatment couch and document treatment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.