Clinical Therapy Medical Physicist Assistant

One Physics LLC; Du Bois (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

One Physics LLC in the United States is seeking a Therapy Medical Physicist Assistant to join our cancer care team. This role supports clinical physics functions across radiation oncology, QA, safety, and treatment planning under supervision.

The candidate will contribute to QA testing of linear accelerators and imaging systems, assist with Eclipse-based planning data, and participate in safety audits, dosimetry monitoring, and data management to ensure patient care quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Health Physics, Medical Physics, Physics, Engineering, or a closely related field (Master's degree from a CAMPEP approved program preferred)
• Foundational knowledge of radiation physics, radiation therapy, and radiation safety best practices
• Experience or familiarity with QA tools, survey meters, dosimeters, and treatment planning software
• Proficiency with technical software and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ARIA, Eclipse)
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow clinical protocols
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Physical ability to handle QA equipment and navigate clinical settings

Responsibilities

• Perform routine daily, monthly, and annual quality assurance (QA) tests on linear accelerators, imaging systems, and other radiation therapy equipment to ensure optimal performance and patient safety
• Conduct patient-specific QA procedures, including IMRT/VMAT dose verification and phantom-based measurements
• Assist with the commissioning and acceptance testing of new treatment technologies and imaging systems
• Support ongoing calibration and maintenance processes to maintain system accuracy and reliability
• Support radiation safety work across the spectrum of medical uses, including external beam therapy, diagnostic imaging, procedural fluoroscopy, diagnostic and therapeutic uses of radioactive material
• Assist with radiation safety audits, surveys, and exposure monitoring to ensure compliance with state, federal, and institutional guidelines
• Support implementation of safety protocols and participate in safety training efforts for clinical staff
• Help maintain accurate records of radiation safety procedures, inspections, and dosimetry monitoring
• Collaborate with medical physicists and dosimetrists in the data collection and validation of the Eclipse treatment planning system
• Support clinical staff in maintaining and updating beam models, commissioning data, and patient datasets
• Contribute to troubleshooting and optimization of treatment planning workflows under supervision
• Assist in the maintenance, testing, and documentation of oncology software systems (Aria and Mosaiq)
• Develop or use analysis tools to monitor system performance and ensure clinical accuracy
• Help with the integration and verification of new software and technology updates
• Participate in clinical development and performance improvement initiatives
• Assist in research data collection, analysis, and project documentation under the guidance of senior physics staff
• Contribute to the implementation of new technologies, workflows, and techniques that enhance patient care

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Health Physics/Medical Physics/Physics/Engineering

Master's degree CAMPEP preferred

Tools

Excel

ARIA

Eclipse

Job description

One Physics LLC in the United States is seeking a Therapy Medical Physicist Assistant to join our cancer care team. This role supports clinical physics functions across radiation oncology, QA, safety, and treatment planning under supervision.

The candidate will contribute to QA testing of linear accelerators and imaging systems, assist with Eclipse-based planning data, and participate in safety audits, dosimetry monitoring, and data management to ensure patient care quality and compliance.