Radiation Physicist

Advocate Aurora Health

. Perform non-standard, standard and complicated treatment planning and techniques, including HDR, LDR and SRS .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeConcord • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100 - $160 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in treatment planning and calibration of therapy machines, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while developing and implementing radiation safety policies. Proficient in collaborating with medical professionals to enhance patient care and optimize treatment modalities.

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Medical Physicist CertificationMaster's Degree in Medical PhysicsAdvanced Knowledge of Treatment UnitsClinical Dosimetry KnowledgeQuality Assurance Program Development

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Hard Skills

Treatment PlanningCalibration of Therapy MachinesAcceptance TestingClinical DosimetryRadiation Safety PoliciesImaging Processes MonitoringPhysics MeasurementsTroubleshootingPatient-Dose Data TrackingEquipment Operation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

HDRLDRSRSLinacsSimulatorsBrachytherapy SourcesGamma KnifeCyberknife

Certifications & Qualifications

ABMP CertificationCMP-ABR CertificationCMP-CCPM Certification

Industry Keywords

Radiation OncologyQuality AssuranceAccreditationRegulatory CompliancePatient Setup

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform non-standard, standard and complicated treatment planning and techniques, including HDR, LDR and SRS
Perform radiation surveys of patients exposed to radioactive sources and treatment rooms
Calibrate therapy machines and instruments against national standards
Measure therapy beam data for treatment planning
Lead troubleshooting and collaborate with Medical Engineers
Operate equipment and perform quality assurance
Write specifications and commission therapy equipment and accessories
Design new techniques and ancillary equipment
Perform and oversee commissioning and acceptance testing
Develop and maintain QA programs for treatment modalities and imaging devices
Work with physicians to analyze outcomes and develop processes and protocols
Develop, implement and oversee radiation safety policies
Track and validate patient-dose data and treatment-planning algorithms
Perform physics measurements and support special procedures and programs
Consult with Radiation Oncologists and Physicians on target delineation, modeling and treatment planning
Establish and monitor imaging processes and equipment performance
Develop treatment-delivery techniques and support radiotherapy room design
Provide staff education and mandatory radiation safety training
Assist with accreditation, departmental QA and radiation safety committee activities
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory and accrediting bodies
Provide age-appropriate care based on patient status and developmental needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Medical Physicist certification issued by ABMP, or CMP-ABR certification issued by ABR, or CMP-CCPM certification issued by CCPM
Master's Degree in Medical Physics or related field
Typically 3 years of experience in a Medical Physicist Oncology position
Advanced knowledge of treatment units and simulators and their clinical limitations
Advanced knowledge of acceptance testing, commissioning and calibration of linacs, simulators and brachytherapy sources
Knowledge of clinical dosimetry for external beams and implant sources
Knowledge of patient setup and computerized treatment planning for HDR, LDR, TBI, SRS, stereotactic radiotherapy, gamma knife and cyberknife
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Must lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
May push up to 500 lbs. 50 to 200 feet
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job
Ability to work with mechanical, electrical, and radiation hazards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits and well-being programs
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Career development programs