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Certified or Board Eligible Medical Physicist - Full Time - Germantown, TN

Germantown, TNOnsiteFull TimePosted 10 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Board-Eligible Medical Physicist
  • Medical Physics
  • Radiologic Physics
  • Related Physical Science
  • Mathematics
  • Therapeutic Radiological Physics
  • American Board of Radiology
  • IMRT
  • VMAT
  • SBRT

Nice to have

  • Board Eligible
  • Technical direction
  • Training

Role summary

West Cancer Center is seeking a Certified or Board-Eligible Medical Physicist to ensure the quality and safety of radiation therapy and imaging equipment. This role involves equipment calibration, dose verification, treatment planning, and quality assurance, as well as developing safety procedures and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Medical Physicist will collaborate with physicians, dosimetrists, and other clinical staff. A Master's or Doctoral degree in a related field and a minimum of three years of experience are required, along with ABR certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics. The position offers a meaningful impact, collaborative culture, and professional development opportunities.

Job Title: Certified or Board-Eligible Medical Physicist

About Us

At West Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. Our team fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every role contributes to making a difference in patients’ lives. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive support to those navigating the challenges of cancer treatment.

Position Overview

The Certified Medical Physicist ensures the quality and safety of radiation therapy and imaging equipment in support of oncology patient care. This role includes equipment calibration, dose verification, treatment planning, and quality assurance. The Medical Physicist also helps develop and maintain safety procedures and regulatory compliance across multiple sites. This is a highly collaborative position, working with physicians, dosimetrists, and other clinical staff to ensure precision and safety in radiation therapy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Consult with Dosimetrists, Physicists, and Physicians to develop and maintain a quality assurance program for radiation therapy modalities
  • Perform IMRT/VMAT and SBRT treatment planning
  • Conduct acceptance testing and commissioning of new radiation therapy equipment or procedures under supervision of the Chief Physicist
  • Provide technical direction, training, and continuing education to junior Physicists and Dosimetrists
  • Support Radiation Oncologists and Physicists with HDR and LDR brachytherapy planning and procedures
  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory standards
  • Maintain appropriate documentation and technical reports
  • Perform other job duties as assigned

    • Qualifications

    Education & Experience

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics, Radiologic Physics, Engineering, or a related Physical Science field with a strong background in mathematics
  • Minimum of three years of full-time equivalent experience in medical radiation physics

    • Licensure & Certification

  • Current certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics from the American Board of Radiology

    • Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrated competency in medical physics and advanced assignments
  • Ability to prepare complex technical documentation
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Independent decision-making and organizational ability
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects

    • Why West Cancer Center is a Great Place to Work

  • Meaningful Impact: Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
  • Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
  • Mission-Driven Environment: Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.

    • No nights, weekends, or holidays. Comprehensive benefits package.

    Join Us

    If you’re a certified or board-eligible medical physicist committed to clinical excellence and innovation in cancer treatment, we invite you to join our team at West Cancer Center. Apply today and help us deliver safe, precise, and effective radiation therapy in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

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