Medical Physicist
ChristianaCare•Marple Township, PA
•$215,405 - $366,163•Hybrid
About The Position
ChristianaCare is seeking a Medical Physicist to join the team at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced physicist or an earlier-career professional ready to take the next step following residency. Working closely with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists and fellow physicists, you will help ensure the safe and accurate delivery of radiation therapy while contributing to the continued advancement of our clinical programs.
Requirements
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics required.
- Completion of a medical physics residency.
- Board Certification by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiological Physics.
- Clinical experience within radiation oncology.
- Strong knowledge of radiation therapy, treatment planning, dosimetry, radiation safety and associated technologies.
- A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills and an interest in continued professional growth and learning.
Nice To Haves
- Approximately 5 years of post-residency experience preferred; candidates with 3+ years of post-residency experience are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Support treatment planning and dosimetry for photon and electron radiation therapy.
- Perform calibration, quality assurance and performance monitoring of radiation therapy equipment, including linear accelerators, CT simulation and HDR brachytherapy systems.
- Support stereotactic radiotherapy and brachytherapy programs.
- Participate in equipment selection, acceptance testing, commissioning and implementation of new technologies and treatment techniques.
- Provide clinical physics expertise and radiation safety guidance to physicians and other members of the radiation oncology team.
- Develop and maintain quality control programs supporting patient dosimetry and treatment delivery.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and advances in therapeutic medical physics and contribute to education and clinical program development.
Benefits
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plans including 403(b) and defined contribution options
- Work/life support, including backup dependent care and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and lifestyle benefits
- health insurance
- paid time off
- retirement
- an employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
