Therapy Medical Physicist for Naval Medical Center Portsmouth at MDPerm

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiation Therapy, Quality Assurance, Treatment Planning, Equipment Calibration, Patient Safety, Technical Knowledge, Collaboration, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy, Data Management, Training, Clinical Support, Radiation Safety, Communication, Attention to Detail, Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Radiation Therapy Medical Physicist to join the Radiation Oncology team at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA. This position plays a key role in treatment planning, quality assurance, equipment calibration, and the overall safety and accuracy of radiation delivery to patients. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to patient care. Qualifications Education: Master’s or Doctorate in Physics, Medical Physics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related physical science Must meet American College of Radiation Oncology standards for supporting CT systems Experience: At least 3 years of experience within the last 5 years as a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in a hospital setting Minimum of 1 year within the last 3 years supporting Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) Certification (must be certified or eligible for certification): American Board of Medical Physics (Radiation Oncology Physics) American Board of Radiology (Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Radiological Physics), or Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine Licensure: Must have been listed as an Authorized Medical Physicist on a Nuclear Regulatory Commission license within the past 5 years Schedule Monday to Friday, 40hrs per week between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM Shared on-call coverage Key Responsibilities Analyze and validate radiation beam data for treatment machines Ensure accuracy of treatment planning data used by therapists, dosimetrists, and oncologists Support treatment planning for 3D-CRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, and SRS procedures Conduct quality assurance checks after equipment maintenance Provide training and support to clinical staff and residents Assist in the development of radiation safety and quality assurance protocols Attend weekly chart rounds and CQI meetings Support data management systems and participate in clinical duties as assigned About the Role This is a vital position within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality radiation therapy. The role requires precision, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. If you are passionate about advancing patient care in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. MDPerm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MDPerm does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Responsibilities

The Therapy Medical Physicist will analyze and validate radiation beam data for treatment machines and ensure the accuracy of treatment planning data used by clinical staff. They will also conduct quality assurance checks and assist in developing safety protocols.