Senior Medical Physicist at Nairobi Hospital

REF: TNH/HRD/SMP/10/2021

Reporting to the Specialist- Clinical Oncology, 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 in order to ensure patients are provided 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;
• Prepare appropriate moulds for patient therapy; 
• Implement and manage dosimetry as well as beam delivery aspect;
• Ensure safety radiation protection of patient and other staff members within the department  in compliance to EPA/ORP Rules and Regulations;
• Plan, direct, conduct and participate in supporting programs to ensure effective and safe  use of radiation and radionuclides in patients;
• Conduct brachytherapy planning to determine the best‐possible dosage in the therapeutic  area, simultaneously decreasing its volume in organs and critical structures;
• Provide assurance of accurate delivery of prescribed radiation doses and associated risks;
• Carry out patient education and counselling;
• Develop and implement protocols of care;
• Conduct quality assurance tests of radiotherapy equipment to ensure compliance with  quality standards, radiation safety and security policies;
• Keep abreast of latest developments pertaining to current practices within the field; and 
• Participate in root cause analysis committees in the event of incidences, complaints and/or  poor clinical outcomes to ensure continuous improvement in patient care.
• Participate in continuous medical education to sharpen medical knowledge and skills in  area of specialization.
• Assist private consultants to carry out medical procedures on private patients to ensure  optimal patient care.
• Develop and continuously review protocols in applicable specialty area to enhance clinical  management.
• Participate in research activities in applicable specialty area in line with set objectives.
• Act as a team leader on a rotational basis for the applicable specialty area. 
• Uphold high levels of patient confidentiality and work ethic in line with applicable code of  conduct and hospital objectives; and 
• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from  time to time.

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.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Proficiency in VMAT/IMRT treatment planning 
2. Knowledge of programming language
3. Proof of attending Clinical trainings
4. Judgement and decision making skills
5. In-depth understanding of Radiation Dosimetry
6. Patient care skills
7. Attention to detail
8. Customer service skills
9. Planning and organising skills
10. Communication skills
11. Team working skills
12. Reporting skills
13. Accountability
14. Integrity
15. Confidentiality