Miami, FL, 33126, USA
21 hours ago
Medical Physics Resident PGY2
Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here (https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet (https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER\_eRecruiting\_ApplyforaJob.pdf) . The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Medical Physics Resident PGY2 in the Radiation Oncology Department. CORE JOB SUMMARYThe Medical Physics Resident PGY2 participates in structured programs to develop the technical foundations of Radiation Oncology Physics, as outlined by Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP), Inc. Additionally, the resident engages in all aspects of therapeutic medical physics related to treatment planning, dosimetry, treatment delivery, patient-specific QA, and treatment machine QA in support of patient care and quality assurance within the assigned division(s).CORE JOB FUNCTIONS1. Coordinates patient care among all members of the healthcare team.2. Treats patients appropriately based on available evidence, sound judgment, and patient preferences.3. Formulates therapeutic plans under guidance authorized medical physicists and certified medical dosimetrists.4. Uses information technology to support patient care decisions.5. Develops an understanding of disease states and gains competence in treatment planning, machine QA and patient care within the radiation oncology department.6. Presents topics informally and formally to groups of learners.7. Maintains effective working relationships with colleagues and department staff.8. Ensures the provision of high quality and cost-effective healthcare.9. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Doctorate degree - Philosophy (PhD) requiredExperience:Minimum 1 year of relevant experience requiredCertification and Licensing:Valid State of Florida Medical Physicist In Training license (MPT) requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. + Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. + Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. + Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: 120
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