MEDICAL PHYSICIST: GRADE 1 – 3 (HEALTH)
Key Performance Areas
Active participation in the routine execution of clinically related medical physics tasks in the Department of Radiation Oncology (including LDR and HDR brachytherapy), with support to Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Radiology. Assist with commissioning and optimization of new equipment and techniques. Assist with lecturing of the under-and-postgraduate teaching and training programme in the Medical Physics Department. Active participation and assistance with the research and development programme of the Medical Physics Department.
Prerequisites
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows for registration at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Physicist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Physicist. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Physicist. Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years of appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Physicist. Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years of appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Physicist. A valid driver’s license except people with disabilities. Willingness to work in a flexi and or shift system.
Person Profile
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Skills pertaining to the scope of the profession of medical physicists. Understand the physics of radiotherapy-, diagnostic x-ray and nuclear medicine equipment, computers, and software; and have a thorough knowledge of radiotherapy physics. Knowledge of the statutory regulations regarding the medical use of ionizing radiation. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, research, development, and teaching skills. Capable of using initiative for problem-solving, recognizing the need for action, considering possible risks, and taking responsibility for results. Be a highly motivated and methodical individual who pays attention to detail with exceptional standards for accuracy and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.