Medical Physicist

Almoosa Health Group; Al-Hofuf; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Specialist Medical Physicist to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include planning complex radiotherapy treatments, performing quality assurance and dosimetry, managing radiation therapy equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Medical Physics/Biophysics and at least one year of relevant experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide compassionate care to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in radiation oncology medical physics.
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency in the field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety and quality assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and discuss complex radiotherapy treatments with the Radiation Oncologist.
• Perform highly accurate routine and non-routine dosimetry and QA measurements.
• Lead the commissioning and management of radiation therapy equipment.
• Establish radiation safety policies and train staff on safety practices.
• Research new techniques and advise on workflow for physics projects.
• Provide coordinated care and treatment for patients and families.

Skills

Radiotherapy treatment planning

Quality Assurance (QA)

Dosimetry

Equipment management

Radiation safety compliance

Patient care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Physics/Biophysics

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The Specialist Medical Physicist will act as a scientific and technical expert, working directly under the Chief of Radiation Oncology and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team.

Core duties include:

• Treatment Planning & Consultation: Plan and discuss complex radiotherapy treatments in conjunction with the Radiation Oncologist, ensuring alignment with the best available evidence-based practice.
• Quality Assurance (QA) & Dosimetry: Independently perform highly accurate routine and non-routine dosimetry and geometric QA measurements across all radiation therapy modalities and equipment.
• Equipment Management: Lead the commissioning of new equipment and upgrades. Monitor equipment performance periodically to guarantee consistent output and ensure recommended maintenance is executed.
• Safety & Compliance: Establish and implement stringent radiation safety policies and procedures according to standard of care guidelines and local authorities. Instruct staff on appropriate radiation safety practices.
• Research & Development: Research new techniques and advise on workflow and policies, functioning as the technical expert for assigned physics projects.
• Patient Care: Provide personalized, coordinated care, support, and treatment for patients and families, treating all individuals with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Physics/Biophysics.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in radiation oncology medical physics with demonstrated clinical proficiency.

Comprehensive knowledge of local, national, and international standards for safety and quality assurance.

Licensure

Valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) License, Ministry of Health (MOH) License, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.