Medical Physicist (SIGN-ON BONUS)

Ackerman Cancer Center•Fernandina Beach, FL

20h

About The Position

Ackerman Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Physicist to provide part-time clinical physics support for its radiation oncology program. The role helps ensure the safe, accurate, and effective delivery of radiation therapy. The candidate should have established clinical experience and be able to work independently and collaboratively with physicians, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and other members of the radiation oncology team. The position offers flexible scheduling, a sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance for a qualified candidate.

Requirements

Active Florida license as a Therapeutic Radiological Physicist.
Basic Life Support certification.
Minimum of a Master of Science in Medical Physics.
ABR certification, or equivalent, in Therapeutic Radiological Physics; candidates with certification in progress may be considered.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a radiation oncology facility.
Exposure to electronic medical records (EMRs).
Experience with the design and fabrication of treatment aids and surface plaques.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Organization and prioritization skills.
Ability to multitask.
Computer coding skills, such as Python or SQL.

Responsibilities

Ensure the linear accelerators and proton accelerator function safely and maintain calibration.
Perform patient-specific quality assurance, physics checks of treatment plans, and weekly chart reviews during radiation treatment courses.
Provide technical and clinical support to the dosimetry and therapy teams as needed.
Oversee radioactive materials, ensuring they are properly licensed, received, utilized, documented, and returned according to safe radiation practices.
Work with the Radiation Safety Officer to maintain a safe, license-compliant radiation facility and help maintain legal records for the State of Florida.
Consult, as requested by physicians, on patient treatment modalities, accumulation of biologically effective dose from historical treatments, and technology implementation for special cases.
Perform research and development projects under the direction or guidance of the Chief Medical Physicist.
Provide didactic and clinical training to staff and students.