The Physicist provides physics support for the Radiation Oncology department. Responsible for quality assurance of all treatment and planning devices in the department.
- Takes radiation measurements on the accelerators and analyzes the data.
- Verfies dosimetry calculations done by dosimitrists and technologists.
- Performs radiation therapy treatment planning.
- Performs QA procedures on all medical radiation devices and radiation safety surveys, which satisfy ACR certification requirements.
- Responsible for maintaining, scheduling, creating meeting minutes and oversight for the Radiation Safety Committee