OneOncology-posted 10 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Baton Rouge, LA
1,001-5,000 employees

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines. Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care. Are you a board-certified or board-eligible medical physicist seeking a position where your clinical expertise directly impacts patient outcomes while advancing the field through education and research? Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is seeking an exceptional Radiation Physics Medical Physicist to join our nationally recognized medical physics program in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is your opportunity to work in a thriving academic-clinical environment where cutting-edge technology, rigorous quality assurance, and world-class education converge. Join a team of 15 medical physicists, 5 medical physics residents, and 10 dosimetrists dedicated to excellence in patient care and professional development. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is the largest and most progressive radiation oncology practice in Louisiana, treating approximately 2,800 patients annually across 9 locations in southeast Louisiana and southwest Mississippi. Our reputation for clinical excellence, innovation, and educational leadership attracts top talent from across the country. As a Radiation Physics Medical Physicist, you will be the backbone of our clinical physics program. As part of the Dr. Charles M. Smith Medical Physics Program, you'll mentor and teach the next generation of medical physicists. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is the leading oncology program in southeast Louisiana and the Gulf South region. We are a freestanding, not-for-profit institution dedicated to providing excellence in cancer care through:

  • Consult with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists on treatment planning and clinical problem-solving
  • Perform comprehensive patient-specific dose calculations and treatment plan verification for all assigned patients
  • Conduct weekly quality assurance checks on dose calculations and treatment plans
  • Lead quality assurance programs for all radiation-producing equipment, performing routine calibrations, safety checks, and performance testing
  • Perform specialized dosimetry for advanced treatment techniques including IMRT/VMAT QA, brachytherapy, and in-vivo dosimetry
  • Ensure compliance with all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements
  • Support cutting-edge clinical applications and special procedures
  • Participate in selection, evaluation, and acceptance testing of new radiation therapy equipment
  • Lead commissioning and implementation of new radiotherapy technologies
  • Develop and validate new clinical procedures for treatment planning and delivery
  • Provide clinical support for pilot programs before general clinical release
  • Stay at the forefront of radiotherapy physics with emerging technologies
  • Mentor and teach CAMPEP-accredited medical physics residents in the clinical physics program
  • Provide instruction to graduate students during clinical rotations
  • Contribute to curriculum development and course instruction
  • Demonstrate excellence as a clinical role model and trusted advisor
  • Pursue continuing education and maintain board certification
  • Share knowledge through in-services, journal club presentations, and training
  • Engage with national professional societies and organizations
  • Stay current with advances in radiation physics
  • Master's Degree (MS) in Therapeutic Radiological Physics from an AAPM/CAMPEP-accredited program
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Therapeutic Radiological Physics (ABR or ABMP)
  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in radiation physics
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Ability to function effectively in a collaborative team environment
  • Experience with diverse radiation therapy modalities (conventional, IMRT, VMAT, brachytherapy, SBRT)
  • Familiarity with advanced treatment planning systems and dose calculation algorithms
  • Experience mentoring residents or graduate students
  • Knowledge of radiation safety and regulatory compliance
  • Enthusiasm for teaching and professional development
  • Competitive Base Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
  • Sign-On Bonus to facilitate your transition
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
  • Retirement Plans (401(k)) with employer matching
  • Continuing Education Support to fuel your professional growth
  • Professional Society Memberships and conference attendance support
  • Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
  • Wellness Programs and employee discounts
  • Access to world-class research facilities and resources
  • Opportunities for peer-reviewed publications
  • Adjunct faculty appointment at LSU (for qualified candidates)
  • Mentorship from experienced physics faculty and colleagues
  • Leadership opportunities in a growing program
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