Therapeutic Medical Physicist- Relocation Incentive Authorized
The Primary Purpose of this Position is to support the therapeutic goals set by the physicians for patients under their care, using principles and accepted protocols of physics. A Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual. This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 04/20/2026. Additional applications will be referred as needed. (open continuous announcement)
Duties are but not limited to: GS-12: Performs the following actions to oversee radiation therapy treatment planning: monitors and improves treatment processes; evaluates treatment plans for conformance to department standards; ensures the accuracy of treatments and integrity of data recorded in the patient's medical records; performs patient specific treatment validation measurements; and documents this information appropriately. Assists in development of policies and procedures for the delivery and quality assessment of advanced treatment procedures such as intensity modulated radiation therapy and stereotactic body radiation therapy. GS-13: Oversees radiation therapy treatment planning; designs and approves treatment plans; monitors the accuracy of treatment data recorded in the patient's medical records; provides consultation to the radiation oncologist regarding difficult treatment cases; performs patient specific treatment validation measurements; and develops medical physics policies and procedures for the delivery and quality assessment of advanced treatment modalities such as intensity modulated· radiation therapy and stereotactic body radiation therapy. Work Schedule: 8am- 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55381-F & 53863-F Relocation Incentives: Authorized
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