Physicist

SSM Health

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

It's more than a career, it's a calling WI-Agnesian Cancer Center Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: 🌟 Medical Physicist Radiation Oncology | Fond du Lac, WI (Hybrid) SSM Health Cancer Care Center 480 E Division St Fond du Lac, WI 54935 Are you passionate about precision, patient safety, and cutting‑edge cancer care? Join a highly collaborative Radiation Oncology team where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes every single day. We’re seeking a Medical Physicist who thrives in a clinical environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and wants to be part of a mission‑driven organization delivering exceptional care. 🔬 Why This Role Is Exciting Work at the intersection of advanced technology and compassionate patient care Collaborate closely with physicians, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists Influence decisions on new equipment, technology adoption, and clinical protocols No on‑call requirements and a predictable weekday schedule Hybrid flexibility with meaningful onsite clinical work 🩺 What You’ll Do Review and validate radiation treatment plans to ensure accuracy and physician intent Participate in chart rounds and clinical reviews to support safe, effective treatment delivery Oversee calibration, testing, and performance of radiation therapy equipment Evaluate equipment lifecycle, recommend upgrades, and support acceptance testing Develop and maintain QA protocols and unit calculation checks Consult with physicians and provide technical guidance to clinical staff Support training and education of new staff and radiation therapy students Maintain meticulous documentation and uphold the highest safety standards 🎓 What You Bring Master’s degree in Medical Physics (CAMPEP‑approved program preferred) Board certified or board‑eligible strongly preferred Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety Ability to collaborate across disciplines in a fast‑paced clinical environment 📍 Work Details Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Work Model: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite per week) Proximity Requirement: Must live within 30 minutes of the main office On‑Call: None 🎁 Benefits Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during the hiring process) Opportunity to grow within a respected Radiation Oncology program If you’re looking for a role where your expertise truly matters—and where technology, teamwork, and patient care come together—we’d love to connect. 👉 Apply today and help shape the future of radiation oncology. Job Summary: Supports all physics aspects of patient treatment including consultation with radiation oncologists, calculation of radiation doses, design and fabrication of treatment aids and assurance of the accuracy of all treatment parameters.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Medical Physics (CAMPEP‑approved program preferred)
• Board certified or board‑eligible strongly preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines in a fast‑paced clinical environment

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts to ensure that the prescription carried out per the physician intent.
• Participates in chart rounds to ensure the fulfillment of the prescription and review any changes in dose and patient set-up.
• Evaluates all equipment for continued utility, appropriateness, reliable performance, age and condition and make recommendations on practical life span, obsolescence and replacement.
• Determines the need for, specifies, and accesses dosimetric and treatment planning equipment including, but not limited to, measurement instruments to calibrate all treatment equipment and monitoring devices, computerized treatment planning systems, computerized water phantom systems with appropriate ionization chambers and diodes, film densitometry systems, etc.
• Participates in the specification, selection, and acceptance of radiation-producing machines, accessories, and computerized treatment-planning system.
• Supervises arrangements for proper maintenance of radiation treatment equipment.
• Provides advice and consult with physicians regarding directions to technical staff when patients are being planned or treated.
• Develops protocol for performing and checking unit calculations to ensure all calculations agree with written prescription.
• Completes all required documentation relating to radiation treatment plans and equipment.
• Participates in the clinical instruction of newly hired radiation staff and radiation therapy students.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during the hiring process)
• Opportunity to grow within a respected Radiation Oncology program
• SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees