Nebraska Medicine

Proton Physicist

Nebraska Medicine • $110K — $130K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics or PhD in Physics required.
  • Acquire ABR Board certification in Therapy Medical Physics within 5 years of employment.
  • Minimum two years Proton therapy experience preferred.
  • Experience in treatment planning with RayStation TPS preferred.
  • ABR Board Certification in Therapy Medical Physics preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist for the Proton Therapy Program.
  • Collaborate with clinical staff on treatment simulation and planning.
  • Supervise proton treatment delivery.
  • Perform equipment quality assurance (QA).
  • Coordinate quality and safety programs.
  • Work with service engineers for equipment maintenance.
  • Contribute to clinical research efforts.

Benefits

  • Exempt, salaried position with Flex-Time scheduling.
  • Full-time / 40 hours schedule.
  • Benefits-eligible position.
  • Located at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
  • Opportunity to work within a leading cancer treatment facility.
Full Job Description
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Proton Physicist - Full-time

Position Highlights

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join us as a Proton Physicist. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for radiation oncology and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. The position is based at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE.

We preferred candidates with proton therapy experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

You will work closely with physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nurses, and other clinical staff to deliver the region's best Serious Medicine and Extraordinary Care.

Shift Details:
  • Exempt, salaried position with Flex-Time scheduling
  • Full-time / 40 hours
  • Benefits-eligible
  • Location: Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Nebraska Medical Center


Proton Physicist Description:

Serve as Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist to support our Proton Therapy Program. Collaborating with clinical and medical staff on treatment simulation, planning, and the supervision of proton treatment delivery. Responsibilities also include performing equipment QA, coordinating quality and safety programs, working with service engineers, and contributing to clinical research efforts.

Required Qualifications:
  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical physics or PhD in Physics required.
  • Acquire full ABR Board certification in Therapy Medical Physics within 5 years of employment required.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum two years Proton therapy experience is highly preferred.
  • Experience in treatment planning with RayStation TPS preferred.
  • ABR Board Certification in Therapy Medical Physics preferred.

About Nebraska Medicine

Nebraska Medicine is a healthcare system that includes two hospitals, more than 40 specialty and primary care clinics, and a network of more than 1,000 physicians. The system is affiliated with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and is the primary teaching hospital for the university's medical students. Nebraska Medicine provides a wide range of services, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, orthopedics, and transplant services. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and has been recognized for its clinical excellence by numerous organizations. Nebraska Medicine is also actively involved in research and has received funding from the National Institutes of Health for its research programs.
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