Reporting to the Lead Radiotherapist, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensure the safe application of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation including equipment calibration and commissioning, clinical support, maintenance of appropriate quality assurance for equipment and treatment delivery in line with established protocols.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out systematic measurement, documentation, and assurance of the physical aspects of all radioactive sources or radiation producing equipment.
- Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of all treatment-related equipment under supervision including calibration of all radiation producing sources and maintenance of all information.
- Conduct computerized treatment planning and dose calculations to achieve optimal dose.
- Maintain a comprehensive quality assurance program including assurance of the accuracy of treatment unit parameters to ensure tumour localization, radiation treatment, and dose distributions as prescribed.
- Develop treatment plans including acquisition and storage of data for treatment plans, calculation of dose distributions and machine settings for treatment delivery.
- Implement and manage dosimetry as well as beam delivery aspect.
- Facilitate radiation protection of patient and other staff members within the department in compliance to KENRA/ICRP guidelines and Regulations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree in Medical Physics from a recognized institution
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Physics from a recognized institution.
- Must be a registered member with the relevant registration body and hold a valid practicing license.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Medical Physicist with exposure to brachytherapy treatment
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