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Senior Medical Physicist, Radiation Therapy - BC Cancer - Prince George

Provincial Health Services Authority

Prince George

On-site

CAD 165,000 - 249,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Senior Medical Physicist at BC Cancer in Prince George. You will provide advanced physics expertise in radiation therapy, ensuring accurate treatment and safety protocols. The role offers a competitive salary, relocation reimbursement, and professional growth opportunities in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Benefit Package Included

Relocation Reimbursement / Moving Expenses May Be Available

Access to extensive training and wellness resources

Qualifications

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited program.
8+ years of related experience preferred.
Leadership experience in major projects.

Responsibilities

Support patient treatment including external beam and brachytherapy.
Develop and oversee the radiation oncology quality assurance program.
Ensure radiation safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Education

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in medical physics

FCCPM certification

Senior Medical Physicist, Radiation Therapy

BC Cancer
Prince George, BC

Benefit Package Included

Relocation Reimbursement / Moving Expenses May Be Available

Join the BC Cancer team as a Senior Medical Physicist in the heart of British Columbia. The city of Prince George offers a small-town vibe with big-city amenities, a strong sense of community, and a cost of living approximately 30% less than other BC cities. Enjoy the vibrant cultural scene, shopping, restaurants, breweries, a winery, nightlife, and outdoor recreation. The city provides easy access to mountains, lakes, and trails, with convenient flights to major cities and well-connected highways.

The Senior Medical Physicist provides advanced physics expertise to support radiation therapy planning and treatment.

What You’ll Do

Support patient treatment including external beam, brachytherapy, and other radiation techniques, ensuring dose accuracy and correct treatment parameters.
Consult with physicians and Radiation Therapists on treatment strategies.
Develop and oversee the radiation oncology quality assurance program, verifying equipment and treatment accuracy.
Coordinate with service personnel for repairs and troubleshooting.
Ensure radiation safety procedures are followed, monitor radiation levels, and maintain license compliance.
Train staff in radiation safety protocols.
Research, develop, and implement new clinical devices and techniques, collaborating with medical professionals.
Develop policies and procedures, providing staff training.
Stay current with radiotherapy technologies, assessing and commissioning equipment.
Make decisions on equipment readiness for clinical use, directing technical staff and external service providers.

Qualifications

What You Bring

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in medical physics from a CAMPEP-accredited program, or equivalent qualifications, with certification from CCPM or ABR. Completion of a CAMPEP residency and 8+ years of related experience preferred. FCCPM certification required within 2 years.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical radiation therapy physics services.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, communication, and teaching skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Leadership experience in major projects and contributions to the profession.
Adherence to the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists code of ethics.

You Have

High standards in radiation therapy physics services.
Excellent communication and teaching skills.
Independent decision-making abilities.
Commitment to ongoing learning, including Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism awareness.

What We Bring

We support your professional growth with access to extensive training, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and wellness resources. Join BC’s largest employer with opportunities across the province.

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