Location: San Juan VA Medical Center (SJVAMC), VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS) Type: Part Time Position Overview: The San Juan VA Medical Center (SJVAMC), part of the VA Caribbean Healthcare System (VACHS), is seeking a dedicated and skilled Radiation Oncology Physician to join our dynamic healthcare team.
As a Radiation Oncology Physician, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive cancer care to our veteran population, utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and evidence-based practices.
Responsibilities: Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop personalized treatment plans for individuals with cancer, incorporating radiation therapy as a primary modality.
Administer radiation treatments in accordance with established protocols, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and adherence to safety standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical oncologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals, to coordinate comprehensive cancer care.
Utilize advanced treatment planning systems to create accurate and precise radiation therapy plans tailored to each patient's unique condition.
Oversee the delivery of radiation treatments, ensuring compliance with established quality assurance protocols.
Stay abreast of advancements in radiation oncology technologies and participate in the implementation of new techniques to enhance patient care.
Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding the nature of their radiation therapy, expected outcomes, and potential side effects.
Ensure compliance with relevant accreditation and regulatory standards, participating in audits and quality assurance activities as needed.
Qualifications: Medical degree from an accredited institution.
Board certification or eligibility in Radiation Oncology.
Valid and unrestricted medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Experience in the field of radiation oncology preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
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