Clinical Medical Physicist - Radiotherapy & Nuclear Imaging

Precious Hospital Sdn. Bhd.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Precious Hospital Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia is establishing a centre of excellence in radiation oncology and nuclear medicine. The Medical Physicist will lead clinical physics support for LINAC-based radiotherapy, PET-CT, and cyclotron facilities, ensuring safety, accuracy, and high-quality patient care.

You will develop treatment plans, perform QA, support dosimetry, participate in commissioning of new equipment, and mentor staff while aligning with AELB regulations and international best practices.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics, Radiation Physics, or a closely related field from a recognised university.
• Relevant clinical experience in radiotherapy physics (experience in a modern LINAC-based department preferred).
• Experience or strong interest in nuclear medicine physics / PET and theranostics is highly advantageous, given the Centre's cyclotron and nuclear medicine facilities.
• Eligibility for or possession of relevant professional registration/certification recognised in Malaysia (or willingness to obtain necessary local licensing/registration with the Atomic Energy Licensing Board and professional bodies).
• Candidates with board certification (or equivalent international qualification such as ABR, CCPM, or similar) will be given preference.
• Strong knowledge of radiation dosimetry, treatment planning systems, imaging physics, and radiation protection.
• Proficiency with modern treatment planning systems and LINAC QA tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, newly established specialist centre and contribute to building high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise, and verify patient-specific radiotherapy treatment plans (including 3D-CRT, IMRT/VMAT, SRS/SBRT) in collaboration with oncologist.
• Perform acceptance testing, commissioning, calibration, and ongoing quality assurance (QA) of linear accelerators, imaging systems (PET-CT, CT, MRI), brachytherapy equipment (if applicable), and related systems.
• Support nuclear medicine and theranostics services, including dosimetry calculations, radiation safety for radioisotope handling, and quality control related to cyclotron-produced isotopes and PET imaging.
• Establish, implement, and maintain comprehensive radiation safety programmes and quality management systems in compliance with Malaysian regulations (Atomic Energy Licensing Board - AELB) and international best practices.
• Provide expert technical advice to clinicians on the physical and technical aspects of imaging and radiation therapy procedures.
• Participate in the selection, specification, installation, and performance evaluation of new equipment and treatment planning systems.
• Train and mentor radiation therapists, technologists, and other clinical staff on equipment operation, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Contribute to clinical protocol development, continuous quality improvement, and any research or service enhancement initiatives at the Centre.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support regulatory inspections, audits, and accreditation processes.
• Stay updated with advances in medical physics technology, techniques, and regulatory requirements relevant to radiation oncology and nuclear medicine.

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics, Radiation Physics, or a closely related field from a recognised university

Job description

Precious Hospital Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia is establishing a centre of excellence in radiation oncology and nuclear medicine. The Medical Physicist will lead clinical physics support for LINAC-based radiotherapy, PET-CT, and cyclotron facilities, ensuring safety, accuracy, and high-quality patient care.

You will develop treatment plans, perform QA, support dosimetry, participate in commissioning of new equipment, and mentor staff while aligning with AELB regulations and international best practices.