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UPMC Clinical Medical Physicist - (Murtha/Indiana) in Johnstown, Pennsylvania

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is currently hiring for a Clinical Medical Physicist at our UPMC/John P. Murtha Regional Cancer Center in Johnstown, PA, which offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced physicist to join a leading medical physics division. Here's a breakdown of the key points:

Position Summary:

  • Location: UPMC/John P. Murtha Regional Cancer Center, Johnstown, PA.

  • Responsibilities: The physicist will primarily focus on quality assurance testing, dosimetry calibration of radiation therapy equipment, implementation of advanced radiation therapy techniques such as SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT with CBCT/OBI, 4D CT, and organ motion management.

  • Equipment: The center is well-equipped with Varian 23EX and TrueBeam machines, Eclipse RTP with Aria R&V system, Philips and GE CT units, PET/CT simulators, Gamma Knife units, RefleXion X1, and more.

  • Collaboration: The physicist will closely collaborate with another physicist to support two sites with SBRT capabilities.

Employment Environment:

  • Organization: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is a leading institution in research and clinical implementation of advanced radiation therapy technologies.

  • Network: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has facilities in western Pennsylvania, Ireland, and Italy, with plans for further international expansion.

  • Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package offered, with faculty appointment level and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, contribute to cutting-edge research and clinical practice, and be part of a renowned cancer center network.

Qualifications:

  • Education: M.S. or Ph.D. Degree in Physics or Medical Physics.

  • Certification: ABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Therapeutic Radiology.

  • Experience: At least three years of clinical experience preferred, with demonstrated skills in SBRT, VMAT, IMRT, IGRT with CBCT/OBI, 4D CT, and organ motion management.

  • Other: Board eligibility is acceptable.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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