Medical Physicist - Radiation Therapy

Medical Physicist

Location: Palm Springs, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift | 8-Hour Shift

Department: Radiation Therapy (ELCCC)

Salary Range: $85.24 - $128.84 per hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Physicist to join our Radiation Oncology team. The Medical Physicist will work closely with the Chief Medical Physicist and Dosimetrist to support the clinical and equipment Quality Assurance (QA) program in accordance with AAPM standards. This role ensures the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy through quality assurance of linear accelerators, treatment planning, and consultation services.

The Medical Physicist will also collaborate with physicians, radiation therapists, dosimetrists, nurses, and administrative personnel to continually improve patient care. Additionally, this role provides technical expertise in the adoption of new technologies and looks for opportunities to enhance physics and dosimetry support within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance (QA) and calibration for all radiation therapy equipment in accordance with accepted protocols and standards of practice.
• Ensure high-quality treatment delivery by participating in treatment planning, machine QA, and radiation safety programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists to optimize patient treatment plans and delivery.
• Provide technical support for the implementation of new technologies and treatment techniques.
• Maintain compliance with AAPM, NRC, and state regulations related to radiation therapy.
• Participate in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), and other advanced treatment techniques.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in radiation therapy services.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Masters Degree in Medical Physics or Physics

Experience:

• Required: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in IMRT, stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), and related treatment modalities

Licensure/Certification:

• Required: Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP)
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association

If you are a dedicated Medical Physicist looking to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply today!

For more information please send your resume directly to elizabeth@ka-recruiting.com.