Master's degree in Medical Physics or related field
Board Certification in Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR)
Minimum 2 years of continuous experience in therapeutic medical physics within the last 3 years
Hands-on experience with Varian Linear Accelerators and Eclipse treatment planning system
Proficient in image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) and treatment modalities like SBRT and IMRT
Strong analytical skills with a focus on problem-solving
Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
Responsibilities
Conduct radiation treatment planning and optimize dose delivery
Ensure radiation protection protocols for patients and staff
Be present during complex procedures like SRS and SBRT
Review weekly and final charts for radiation therapy patients
Conduct dosimetry and quality assurance for treatment systems
Participate and document peer reviews
Support and document quality assurance and performance metrics
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business
Engagement in a dynamic healthcare environment
Ability to contribute to patient care and quality improvement
Access to a network of professionals in a specialized field
Potential for flexible scheduling based on the needs of the organization
Full Job Description
Overview
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting a Therapeutic Medical Physicist to provide onsite services to eligible beneficiaries of the East Orange VA New Jersey Healthcare System located at 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018. If you accept employment with Ansible, you must also acknowledge that any assigned schedule is subject to change at the direction of either Ansible or its customers.
Responsibilities
Radiation treatment planning and dose delivery optimization.
Radiation protection for patients and staff.
Presence during complex procedures (SRS, SBRT, IGRT).
Weekly and final chart reviews for all radiation therapy patients.
Dosimetry and QA for treatment planning systems and equipment.
Peer review participation and documentation.
Support for direct patient care (90-95% involvement for radiation therapy technologists).
Calibration and testing of radiation therapy equipment.
Maintenance and QA of treatment planning software and hardware.
Documentation of QA activities and performance metrics.
Support for acquisition and evaluation of radiation-producing machines.
Network and computer support for radiotherapy systems.
Participation in quality improvement meetings and staff meetings.
Compliance with VA patient safety and incident reporting protocols.
Documentation in VA's CPRS system with proper coding and electronic signatures.
Attendance tracking and invoice verification.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Medical Physics or related field
Board Certification in Medical Physics or Therapeutic Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR)
Minimum 2 years of continuous working experience within the last 3 years in therapeutic medical physics
Experience with:
Varian Linear Accelerators (TrueBeam with Brain Lab Accessories)
Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) including Cone Beam CT
Eclipse treatment planning system and ARIA record & verify system
Treatment modalities including 2D/3D Conformal, SRS, SRT, SBRT, and IMRT/VMAT
IMRT QA systems (e.g., MapCheck)
CT Simulators
Superficial X-ray machines
Experience in a healthcare system with ACR or APEx certification preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Proficiency in computer systems and networking related to radiation oncology
Ability to pass a government background check and complete required VA training
All candidates must be able to:
Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
