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Medical Physicist - Radiation Therapy
Job Description
Job Title: 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: Master’s 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 or call/text me at 617-746-2747.
Additional Information
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Meet Your Recruiter
Elizabeth Coughlin
Senior Healthcare Recruiter
Elizabeth is a national healthcare recruiter that specializes in placing healthcare professionals into full time permanent positions across the country. She joined the KA team after graduating from Skidmore College in 2019. She is an avid Boston sports fan and when not recruiting she can be found coaching field hockey.
Candidate Testimonial:
“It was my first time working with a recruiter and Elizabeth from KA recruiting is amazing. From our very first conversation, she helped me find the right job according to my preferences and qualifications. Communication was excellent, she constantly updates me of the progress and helps me navigate the difficult parts of the application process. She helped me find the job at a company I am still working at and currently enjoying. I highly recommend reaching out to her” – Jennifer