Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

Full-time studies - Masters of Science Degree in Medical Physics or related discipline. 

EXPERIENCE:

1 - 3  years experience in Medical Physics. 

LICENSE:

Not applicable for this post. 

LANGUAGE:

Fluent in English

Specification

Position Summary

Associate Medical Physicist work under the supervision of a licensed medical physicist. The Medical Physicist oversees the all medical physics related aspects essential in running the Oncology Hospital. Some of the duties include; radiation protection, Physics QA program, dosimetry, treatment planning, commissioning of new equipment and training of other staff.

The scope of the job function involves a central role in providing technical assistance in the development of treatment plans for patients undergoing radiation therapy, implementing new technologies in the clinic, maintaining established policies, procedures and objectives, quality measurements, and safety.

The medical physics team is involved in teaching and advising other staff on new technologies and modalities being implemented in the Radiation Oncology Hospital. The physics team is also involved in the investigation of potentials and pit-falls of the new development and techniques, with research where required.

Principal Accountabilities

1. Demonstrates knowledge and application of the medical groups mission, vision and values.
2. Assists in planning radiation treatments for cancer patients and perform dose calculations.
3. Works under the supervision of Senior Physicist in all physics related tasks.
4. Works with the Radiation Safety team to design shields for treatment rooms, ensuring that Radiotherapy units are operating safely.
5. Involves in the QA programs that are currently being implemented the various radiation therapy equipment.
6. Engages in the acceptance testing and commissioning of radiation therapy equipment.
7. The post entails the clinical implementation of new technology in the clinic.
8. Provides advice on radiation protection issues in radiation therapy.
9. Performs physics tasks pertaining to treatment planning, delivery and verification.
10. Troubleshoot hardware and software related issues.
11. Maintains and organizes required records, reports, and files.
12. Collect, amalgamate and assess any necessary statistics.
13. Performs any other relevant duties as requested by supervisors.
14. Complies with policies and procedures; especially relating to infection control, safety and quality management issues.

Quality Assurance:

1. Performs routine QA checks on linear accelerators, remote brachytherapy after loader, and CT scanner on a periodic basis.
2. Monitors the consistency of medical physics equipment, to ensure proper function and precision is achieved during use. Similarly, must ensure that ongoing periodic maintenance practices are adhered to.
3. Participates in the development of standards of patient care and treatment delivery.

Communication/Teamwork/Other duties:

1. Liaises with Medical staff to add technical results to patient reports.
2. Will provide training and advice on new equipment and protocols.
3. Researching new equipment developments and applications.
4. Will participates in agreed rotations throughout the various radiotherapy department sections in order to gain the required proficiency and experience needed to fulfill the required services.
5. Perform all duties according to the Departmental Protocols in place, and to report any deviation from the said protocols to the Chief Medical Physicist and the prescribing Radiation Oncologist.
6. Observes Health and Safety regulations, Local Rules and Professional Codes of Practice.
7. Complies with policies and procedures; including, but not limited to, patient confidentiality, infection control, moving and handling, radiation safety and quality management.
8. Performs other duties as requested, based on qualifications, grade and experience.

About the Employer

Qatar’s national healthcare delivery system is rapidly developing. Here, you will have the opportunity to team with the best and the brightest professionals in healthcare and to provide world class patient care service for the population. This medical group has one of the biggest workforce in Qatar, with more than 2 million people living and working in Qatar, this diverse and exciting organization has more than 90 different nationalities working to deliver the best care always to their patients and the Qatar community.

Since its establishment the healthcare provider rapidly developed medical facilities capable of providing state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of disease.  It currently manages 12 hospitals – 9 specialist hospitals and 3 community hospitals – as well as the National Ambulance Service and home and residential care services.

More about Qatar:

• Qatar is the host country of the FIFA World Cup 2022 and listed as the richest country in the world by Forbes.
• Qatar is home to many expats who relocated here for work and those drawn to its life of luxury, this is most evident in the capital city Doha.
• Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of Qatar.
• Doha has awesome attractions. You will be able to experience adventure, buzzing nightlife, culture or relaxation. Qatar does not only offer the most amazing desert landscapes but also stunning beautiful beaches beautiful beaches to enjoy.