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Summary
Join Our Dynamic Team as a Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology
**$50,000 Sign on Bonus Eligible**
Are you looking for a career that combines cutting-edge technology and a collaborative team environment while making a real difference in the lives of patients? Do you want to work in a place where you can enjoy both professional fulfillment and a balanced lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty? MyMichigan Health is seeking a passionate Medical Physicist to join our growing Radiation Oncology team. Here, you'll have the chance to work with state-of-the-art equipment, collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients in a beautiful, welcoming community.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with radiation oncologists, physician specialists, the chief medical physicist, and the Head of the physics division to deliver exceptional physics services.
• Manage quality control for treatment and imaging units, ensuring precision, safety, and compliance with standards from AAPM, JCAHO, NRC, MDCH, ALARA, and OSHA.
• Guide and support physicists and dosimetrists on complex treatment planning and dosimetry, offering mentorship to foster professional growth and expertise.
• Help integrate innovative technology and treatment methods, keeping our department at the cutting edge of radiation therapy.
• Mentor students and staff, facilitating radiation therapy student competencies and fostering the next generation of professionals.
• Engage in process improvements, policy development for radiation safety, and radiation safety committee activities to uphold top-tier quality and safety standards.

Equipment and Technology:
Our facilities (including sites at Alma, Alpena, Midland, Saginaw and West Branch) are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to deliver the highest level of care in radiation oncology. We use fully equipped TrueBeam linear accelerators for precise and efficient radiation delivery. Our CT simulators are integrated with 4DCT and breath-hold capabilities, enhancing treatment accuracy. The Sun Nuclear QA Suite, including SunCheck and all necessary QA equipment, supports a comprehensive quality assurance program across all treatment units, from output checks to end-to-end testing. Patient data management and treatment planning are facilitated by Aria/Eclipse v18.1, complemented by the Radformation Suite for secondary calculations and plan checks, as well as tools like EZ Fluence and AutoContouring. All systems are equipped with 6 Degree-of-Freedom Couches and Surface Guidance (SGRT) to ensure optimal patient positioning. Additionally, our Linac-based SRS (Stereotactic Radiosurgery using HyperArc) and SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy) programs provide highly precise, non-invasive treatments. Additionally, we offer innovative treatments such as Pluvicto for metastatic prostate cancer and GammaTile therapy for brain tumors, demonstrating our commitment to bringing the latest advancements in radiation oncology to our community.
Staffing and Team Environment:
At MyMichigan Health, we take great pride in our team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to delivering excellence in all that they do. Our staff is not only driven but also deeply invested in ensuring the highest quality of care for every patient. You'll be part of a collaborative and dynamic team that includes Physicians (who are always at the forefront of the latest protocols and treatment regimens in radiation oncology. They are committed to implementing evidence-based practices to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients), four experienced medical physicists who work closely together, ensuring comprehensive, high-quality care through their expertise in radiation physics; five talented medical dosimetrists who collaborate with you to design and optimize treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and two In-house Field Service Engineers (who are dedicated to keeping all our equipment in top working condition, ensuring it operates at peak performance). Our staff members are driven, supportive, and committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care. As part of our team, you will thrive in an environment that values excellence, innovation, and mutual respect.
Future Outlook and Growth Opportunities:
MyMichigan Health is dedicated to remaining at the forefront of medical advancements while providing our staff with the necessary resources to grow both personally and professionally. We are committed to innovation in cancer care, continually implementing cutting-edge treatments and exploring new radiation therapy technologies to expand our capabilities in precision medicine.
Why MyMichigan Health & Alpena?

• Work-Life Balance: Embrace the opportunity to work in a rural setting that provides a calm pace of life while still offering modern amenities and access to exciting outdoor activities.
• Supportive Team: Join a close-knit, highly skilled team dedicated to patient care and ongoing professional development.
• Community Impact: In a rural healthcare setting, your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of patients and the local community.
• Attractive Compensation: In addition to the $50,000 sign-on bonus, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, career, and well-being.

About MyMichigan Health:
At MyMichigan Health, we are committed to providing exceptional care to the communities we serve, investing in innovative technologies, and supporting our team of healthcare professionals. We foster a culture of excellence, compassion, and collaboration, empowering our staff to be leaders in the field of healthcare. Whether you are looking to build your career in a supportive environment, contribute to the latest advancements in medical Physics technology, or enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance, MyMichigan Health is the place for you.
About Alpena:
Experience life in the charming town of Alpena, a small community (population 10,500) on the shore of Lake Huron, that describes itself as "a modern city at nature's doorstep." Alpena offers easy access to shopping, dining, and diverse industry, while providing abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation such as fishing, kayaking, biking, and snowshoeing. Explore spectacular lighthouses and shipwrecks, visit local wineries and breweries, and enjoy cultural attractions like live theater and concerts in the park. The Mackinac Bridge, connecting to Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is just under two hours away, perfect for weekend adventures. For more details on life in Alpena, visit https://www.mymichigan.org/about/OurCommunities/alpena-michigan/
If you are seeking a position where your skills are highly valued, where you can advance your career, and where you'll be part of a community that thrives on collaboration and support, we encourage you to apply today.
Certifications and Licensures
ABR: American Board of Radiology
Certification or eligible for certification by the American Board of Radiology in Radiological Physics or Therapeutic Radiology Physics, or comparable certification by the American College of Medical Physics.
BLS: Basic Life Support
Within 1 month of hire or transfer
Required Education
Master's Degree is Medical Physics required, Ph.D. preferred.
Other Information
The Medical Physicist works closely with the radiation oncologists, chief medical physicist, head of physics
division and department manager to ensure the highest standards of physics services. This includes, but is
not limited to, the overview and quality control of all treatment calculations for treatment; consultation
with radiation oncologists and other physician specialties concerning radiation therapy planning; supervision
of, and consultation with, the physicists and dosimetrists on computer treatment planning and any
associated dosimetry; determination of the radiation output of all radiation therapy treatment units, and all
other duties as they relate to the operation of radiation within the Radiation Oncology departments.
Responsibilities:
(35%)* Oversees all aspects of radiation oncology treatment planning and dosimetry, including indirect
supervision of the physicist associate and medical dosimetrists.
(10%)* Responsible for the quality assurance program in the radiation oncology department. Responsible
for commissioning and acceptance of new radiation oncology equipment.
(30%)* Provides medical physics services in accordance with the highest standards of practices as required
by JCAHO, NRC, MDCH, ALARA, OSHA and other regulatory bodies.
(15)%* Performs the duties and responsibilities of a medical dosimetrist when necessary.
(10%)* Contributes to the development of students in the department(physics, dosimetry, therapy).
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in process improvement activities.
May be asked to rotate to another Radiation Therapy center to cover staff shortages or fluctuations in
patient volume.
Has a thorough understanding of proper billing practices and is able to use site specific office management
system for scheduling and billing.
Assist in the creation of policies and procedures as they relate tothe radiation safety within the radiation
oncology department.
Participate in the radiation safety committee and provide input for high quality and safety for our community
and patients
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: Experience in high dose rate (HDR), prostate seed, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Gamma Knife and Intensity-modulated radiation therapy( IMRT). Eligible for and completes requirements for all modalities within 2 years of employment.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with others in person and on the telephone.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, working interdependently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.
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