Physicist - Radiation Oncology

Health Here; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here in Peoria, IL, seeks a full-time Radiation Oncology Physicist to provide expert medical physics support for external beam, brachytherapy, SRS and SBRT. The role collaborates with physicians and staff to optimize treatment planning and delivery.

The position oversees QA, safety, policy development, and serves as Radiation Safety Officer, driving quality and safety initiatives within the department.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Physics or related field.
• ABR certification (Specialist in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics).
• Licensure as Radiologic Technologist – Radiation Therapy (IEMA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment acceptance, commissioning, calibration, and QA programs.
• Develop and maintain departmental physics policies and QA procedures.
• Serve as Department Radiation Safety Officer, leading radiation safety and shielding initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinicians and staff to optimize treatment planning and delivery.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety meetings, and strategic planning.
• Assist with staff and student education and technical training.
• Support innovation, clinical projects, and program development within radiation oncology.

Skills

ABR certification

Master’s or PhD in Physics or related

Education

Master’s or PhD in Physics or related field

Licensure as Radiologic Technologist – Radiation Therapy (IEMA)

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Radiation Oncology Physicist to provide expert medical physics support for radiation therapy services, including external beam, brachytherapy, SRS, and SBRT.

• Support a collaborative, physician-partnered practice environment
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (IEMA, NRC, ACR, DNV)
• Oversee equipment acceptance, commissioning, calibration, and quality assurance programs
• Develop and maintain departmental physics policies and QA procedures
• Serve as Department Radiation Safety Officer, leading radiation safety and shielding initiatives
• Collaborate with clinicians and staff to optimize treatment planning and delivery
• Participate in quality improvement, safety meetings, and strategic planning
• Assist with staff and student education and technical training
• Support innovation, clinical projects, and program development within radiation oncology

Qualifications include a Master’s or PhD in Physics or related field, certification as a Specialist in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics (ABR), and licensure as a Radiologic Technologist – Radiation Therapy (IEMA).

Preferred experience in medical physics or a clinical setting is advantageous.