Physicist - Radiation Oncology Associate - Full-Time Days

Live Well Homecare; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Austell, GA is seeking a Radiation Oncology Physicist or Associate Physicist to ensure the quality and safety of radiation therapy treatments in a hospital setting.

Key duties include calibrating and maintaining therapy equipment, routine QA, supporting treatment planning for IMRT/VMAT, verifying chart accuracy, and collaborating with staff to uphold safety protocols. ABR certification or eligibility and Medical Physicist license within 120 days are required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Medical Physics with at least 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 2 years in radiation therapy, including residency experience.
• ABR certification or eligibility required and a medical physicist license within 120 days.
• Strong communication and proactive, self-motivated attitude.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and maintain radiation therapy equipment with routine QA.
• Support treatment planning and verify IMRT/VMAT plan accuracy.
• Design immobilization devices and ensure safety compliance.
• Train staff and physicians on radiation safety and protocols.
• Document activities and participate in protocol studies.

Skills

Communication skills

QA procedures

Self-motivated

Education

Ph.D. in Medical Physics

Residency in Radiation Therapy

Tools

ABR certification or eligibility

Medical Physicist license within 120 days

Job description

This role is for a Radiation Oncology Physicist or Associate Physicist, responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of radiation therapy treatments in a hospital setting.

Key duties include:

• Calibrating and maintaining radiation therapy equipment, conducting routine quality control, and performing treatment planning support.
• Verifying treatment accuracy through chart checks, dosimetry, and QA procedures for IMRT/VMAT plans.
• Designing and fabricating immobilization devices and ensuring compliance with radiation safety standards.
• Collaborating with staff to uphold safety protocols, documenting activities, and participating in ongoing protocol studies.
• Educating staff and physicians on radiation safety and brachytherapy care, and assisting with radiation safety programs.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. with at least 5 years of experience in medical physics.
• Minimum of 2 years in radiation therapy, including residency experience.
• ABR certification or eligibility required, with Medical Physicist license within 120 days.
• Proficiency in radiation concepts, practices, and procedures, with strong communication skills and a self-motivated attitude.

This position involves daily onsite duties, quality assurance, staff training, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.