Medical Physicist

Lori Leo; Johnstown (Cambria County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cancer center as a Medical Physicist where you'll provide critical clinical services in radiation oncology under renowned leadership. This role involves both on-site work and the opportunity for remote days, in a collaborative environment with a network of over 30 physicists, offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance.

Benefits

Relocation bonus

Competitive salary with incentive plan

Excellent UPMC benefits

CME time and allowance

Qualifications

• ABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics preferred.
• Must meet qualified expert criteria as defined by regulatory agencies.
• Experience with advanced techniques like 4DCT and gated radiation therapy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical medical physics services.
• Perform quality assurance of radiotherapy equipment and dosimetric calibration.
• Support and expand advanced techniques within the cancer center network.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Radiation Safety Compliance

Collaboration

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or Medical Physics

Tools

Varian Eclipse TPS

ARIA EMR

Varian 23EX linear accelerators

GE Discovery 4D CT simulator

Job description

Medical Physicist - UPMC - Johnstown, PA

Join the Department of Radiation Oncology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Johnstown, PA, as a Medical Physicist working under Dr. Saiful Huq, a renowned leader in the field. Candidates should have an M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or Medical Physics. ABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Therapy Medical Physics is preferred but not required. Must meet qualified expert criteria as defined by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or Pennsylvania State regulatory agency. Opportunity for 1-2 days of remote work, with residence within commuting distance to Johnstown.

Opportunity Details:

1. Provide comprehensive clinical medical physics services, including quality assurance of radiotherapy equipment, dosimetric calibration, compliance with radiation safety regulations, and support for advanced techniques like 4DCT and gated radiation therapy.
2. Support from the UPMC Medical Physics Division.
3. Collaborate within a network of over 30 medical physicists across the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network.
4. The goal is to expand advanced techniques across the network to deliver high-quality care locally.

What We Offer:

• Relocation bonus
• Competitive salary with incentive plan
• Excellent UPMC benefits
• CME time and allowance

About UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Johnstown and UPMC:

• Facilities include Varian 23EX linear accelerators with advanced imaging and gated delivery, GE Discovery 4D CT simulator, and comprehensive QA equipment. Treatment planning is done with Varian Eclipse TPS and ARIA EMR.
• The center is accredited by the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO).
• The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network is extensive, with over 60 locations across several states and internationally, providing a wide reach for high-quality cancer care.
• UPMC is a leading healthcare provider with a broad network of hospitals, outpatient sites, and a strong affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh.

About the Community:

• Located two hours from Pittsburgh, offering cultural amenities, sports, and a reasonable cost of living.
• Proximity to educational institutions like the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.
• Rich in arts, festivals, and community events, including museums, theaters, and music festivals.