US Oncology

Therapeutic Medical Physicist

US Oncology$110K — $130K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Medical Physics from an accredited institution
  • Completed a CAMPEP-approved residency
  • Board eligible, actively obtaining certification from the American Board of Radiology
  • Eligibility for a Texas license
  • Minimum 2 years of experience, including residency
  • Strong clinical background accepted for entry- or mid-level candidates
  • Experience with SRS, SBRT, and HDR procedures
  • Familiarity with Varian linear accelerators, and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality medical physics support for external beam radiation therapy
  • Ensure compliance with radiation safety regulations
  • Conduct treatment planning and quality assurance
  • Utilize advanced technologies like Eclipse TPS and MOSAIQ ROIS
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of radiation oncologists and dosimetrists
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development
  • Occasionally travel for professional needs or training

Benefits

  • Family-friendly work environment based in Abilene
  • Access to modern treatment technology and equipment
  • Supportive team environment with multiple board-certified professionals
  • Strategic location for recreational activities and weekend trips
  • Community-oriented atmosphere with diverse local attractions
Full Job Description
Overview

Texas Oncology - Abilene is seeking a full-time, team-oriented Medical Physicist (Certified or Board Eligible) to join our team.

Facilities and Equipment:

The Texas Oncology- Abilene practice provides a full range of external beam radiation therapy procedures. Equipment in use at the Abilene locations includes 1 Varian True Beam, GE CT, MOSAIQ ROIS, Eclipse, and RadCalc used to treat 25-30 patients per day. Abilene is part of Texas Oncology's West Texas region which houses a team of 5 board certified radiation oncologists, 5 board certified medical physicists, 8 dosimetrists, 15 radiation therapist, 5 chief radiation therapists, and 6 CT technicians. All sites share a single database for ROIS, treatment planning, 2nd check program, and SNC SunCHECK. QA tools include, but are not limited to Profiler2, MapCheck3, SNC Routine, and 3D scanning system.

In addition to the top-notch work environment, you will be based in and enjoy the family-centric Abilene area. Abilene is located near the geographic center of Texas and is strategically located for weekend trips throughout the "Big Country". Abilene boasts a lively city that offers good food, parks, museums, manicured golf courses, a zoo, nearby lakes and state parks, and the small-town friendly atmosphere which defines the Big Country. Additionally, travel to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, home of the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers, is just a few hours away and can easily be enjoyed during a day or weekend trip.

Responsibilities

Preferred Experience:

A Working knowledge:
    • Varian linear accelerators
    • Eclipse TPS
    • ARIA and MOSAIQ Radiation Oncology Information System
    • HDR, SBRT and SRS procedures
    • Radiation safety


Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Medical physics from an accredited college or university.
  • Completed a CAMPEP approved residency,
  • Board eligible and be in the process of obtaining certification by the American Board of Radiology
  • Eligibility for a Texas license
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience (including residency)
    • Willing to consider an entry- or mid-level candidate with strong clinical background.
  • A working knowledge of SRS, SBRT, and HDR
  • Experience with Varian linear accelerators
  • Strong organization and oral / written communication skills
  • The ability to travel on an occasional, as needed, basis

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at US Oncology

More Hospitals & Medical Centers Jobs

Find similar Therapeutic Medical Physicist jobs: