Certified Medical Physicist – Radiation Oncology

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Certified Medical Physicist to lead design, optimization, and evaluation of radiation treatment plans, ensuring precision and patient safety. You will provide expert guidance on procedures, collaborate with physicians and dosimetrists, and drive quality assurance programs within Radiation Oncology.

This role emphasizes leadership in radiation safety, regulatory compliance, and adoption of new technologies to improve patient outcomes across the department.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health or Medical Physics from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Certification by one of the following: American Board of Radiology or American Board of Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology Physics or Canadian College of Medical Physics.
• Licensure in the state of practice as required.
• For care sites in Colorado RMP/QI/QE(t) required.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and evaluate radiation treatment plans to ensure precise and effective patient care.
• Provide expert technical guidance for radiation therapy procedures, technologies, and treatment delivery.
• Partner with Radiation Oncology leadership and clinical teams to maintain comprehensive quality management and quality assurance programs.
• Collaborate with the Radiation Safety Officer to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of radiation safety.
• Support the implementation of new technologies, treatment techniques, and process improvements that enhance patient outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, excellence, and continuous learning within the Radiation Oncology department.

Skills

Radiation Safety

Dosimetry

Radiation Oncology

Treatment Plans

Documentations

Medical Physics

Quality Improvement

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Health or Medical Physics

ABR/ABMP or Canadian College Certification

State licensure

RAM license eligibility for HDR

Tools

Varian Aria

SQL

Python

C/C++/C#

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Certified Medical Physicist to lead design, optimization, and evaluation of radiation treatment plans, ensuring precision and patient safety. You will provide expert guidance on procedures, collaborate with physicians and dosimetrists, and drive quality assurance programs within Radiation Oncology.

This role emphasizes leadership in radiation safety, regulatory compliance, and adoption of new technologies to improve patient outcomes across the department.