Oncology Physicist — Radiotherapy QA & Equipment Lead

Akumin®; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Cross training opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking an Oncology Physicist for our Charleston, WV facility. This full-time role focuses on calibration, quality assurance, treatment planning, and safety in a radiation oncology setting.

You will collaborate with the Chief Physicist, support equipment selection and installation, and provide training for staff while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics required from a recognized board.
• Experience as a radiation oncology medical physicist is required.
• Travel up to 50% may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate radiation oncology treatment, simulation machines and sealed brachytherapy sources per protocols.
• Assist with equipment selection, installation, testing, and performance verification.
• Implement QA procedures for planning and delivery of radiotherapy, including dose calculations.
• Lead error-prevention systems and contribute to staff training and education.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient empathy

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree

Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics

ABR/ABMP/CCPM certification

CPR certification (preferred)

Tools

Treatment Planning System QC

LINAC calibration equipment

Quality control instrumentation

Job description

Akumin is seeking an Oncology Physicist for our Charleston, WV facility. This full-time role focuses on calibration, quality assurance, treatment planning, and safety in a radiation oncology setting.

You will collaborate with the Chief Physicist, support equipment selection and installation, and provide training for staff while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Travel up to 50% may be required.