Physicist II - Radiation Oncology
About The Position
The Physicist II performs quality assurance, quality control, acceptance testing, and commissioning—with appropriate documentation—for Radiation Oncology equipment, including hardware and software. The role supports and performs routine and specialized procedures such as brachytherapy, Gamma Knife, and intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT). The physicist verifies and documents the radiation-source database used as the basis for accurate patient-dose calculation and delivery. The role evaluates equipment performance, monitors calibrated radiation output and the mechanical integrity of radiotherapy treatment machines, and helps ensure safe, consistent, and accurate radiation delivery. The physicist provides technical assistance to consulting staff regarding patient care, investigates opportunities to improve care, implements changes when necessary, and documents investigation results and changes. The position includes educating Radiation Oncology personnel and providing instruction to residents, fellows, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and consultants as needed. The physicist may also participate in Radiation Oncology research projects.
Requirements
- Board certification by the American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics.
- A master's or doctorate degree in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Knowledge of Radiation Oncology treatment planning, dosimetry, radiation physics, and radiation-safety techniques for handling radioactive sources.
- Thorough understanding of the theory of detection and measurement of ionizing radiation, radiation biology, radiation protection, health physics, clinical radiation dosimetry, and federal and state guidelines pertaining to the medical use of radiation.
- Ability to use current software applications.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with personnel inside and outside the institution.
- Ability to tolerate occasional stooping, pushing, and lifting as required.
- Ability to adjust work hours to responsibilities.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of two years of experience after receiving Board Certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document quality assurance, quality control, acceptance testing, and commissioning of Radiation Oncology equipment, including hardware and software.
- Support and perform routine and specialized procedures, including brachytherapy, Gamma Knife, and IORT.
- Verify and document the database for radiation sources used in patient-dose calculation and delivery.
- Analyze equipment performance and assess accurate measurement, specification, and safe delivery of radiation doses.
- Monitor calibrated radiation output and the mechanical integrity of radiotherapy treatment machines.
- Provide technical assistance to consulting staff regarding patient care as requested.
- Investigate questions and opportunities related to improved patient care, implement changes when necessary, and document investigation results and changes.
- Train and educate Radiation Oncology staff on dosimetry, physics, and technical topics.
- Provide instruction to residents, fellows, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and consultants as needed.
- Participate in Radiation Oncology-related research projects as needed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage with multiple plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
