Physics Resident PhD
Grand River Hospital
- Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
- Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
À propos
Location : WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)
This role is being advertised to fill an existing vacancy.
Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.
WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.
At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.
Position Summary
The Medical Physics Department of Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is recruiting for a Medical Physics Resident. This is a two year training program for medical physicists supporting radiation oncology program. The successful applicant will receive hands-on training covering all aspects of clinical radiation oncology physics, including radiation dosimetry, external beam treatment planning, brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, radiation safety, image-guided radiation therapy, and quality assurance of radiation therapy equipment. Residents are also expected to conduct research and to be active participants in teaching. Successful completion of the residency program will be determined by examination at the end of the two year term. At the completion of the program, the resident will have the knowledge and experience required to apply for clinical certification by the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM).
Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) @ Midtown is a 630 bed comprehensive community hospital located in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario that provides patient-centered care to more than 775,000 residents in the Region of Waterloo and the surrounding communities. The Oncology Program treats over 2000 new patients per year. The Centre is equipped with 5 TrueBeam linear accelerators, 2 Sensational Open CT Simulators, 1 Ortho-voltage X-ray unit, Eclipse Treatment Planning System, and a Bravos HDR brachytherapy suite. WRHN Medical Physics department offers a team-oriented working environment.
Position Requirements
The preferred entry requirement is a PhD in Medical Physics or a related program with completion of a CAMPEP accredited graduate program or certificate program. Minimum requirement is eligibility for a residency program as per CAMPEP . Candidates should also have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated research ability and a strong interest in working with a multi-disciplinary medical team are also assets. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, in accordance with Canadian Employment and Immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
An application will consist of a covering letter which describes the candidate's background and motivation for applying to the program, a detailed CV., including the names of three professional references, and official university transcripts from undergraduate and graduate schools. The Residency Program offers a competitive salary and benefits package during the training program and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic medical physics team.
Additional information about the Residency Program may be obtained from: Dr Runqing Jiang, PhD., Program Director, or ext We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Application Instructions
EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.
As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.
Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.
Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
International Applicants
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We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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