Junior Radiation Physicist
$175,000–$175,000 year
On-siteValdosta, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Calibrate radiation therapy equipment, verify calculations for external beam and brachytherapy, and document required clinical dosimetry. Perform radiation surveys, leak testing, and source testing while supporting quality assurance activities and equipment maintenance oversight. Assist with policy development, maintain accurate documentation, and provide radiation safety education to hospital personnel. Collaborate with oncologists and dosimetrists on treatment planning and continuous quality improvement. Work Monday through Friday, 40 hours weekly, with no weekends or call in an outpatient comprehensive cancer center.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of ABR Part 1
- Medical Physics residency completed or sufficiently advanced to continue toward ABR certification
- Board eligible for ABR or ABMP certification
- Knowledge of radiation therapy equipment calibration, treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance, and radiation safety
- Strong attention to accuracy, documentation, and patient safety
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Current healthcare provider CPR certification
- Monday–Friday day-shift schedule
- No weekends
- No call
Desired Qualifications
- Graduate degree in Medical Physics preferred; an appropriate graduate degree in a related physical science may also be considered
- Elekta experience is preferred
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