Radiological Physics Technician I - Radiation Physics Outreach

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Radiological Physics Technician I to support radiation therapy QA activities across the United States and internationally. The role involves dosimetry, QA monitoring, equipment logistics, and coordination with physicists and clinical teams.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree in math, physics, or related field, with 2 years of research/lab experience or a preferred degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in research, laboratory, or technical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret dosimetry data and QA results.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication with clinical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance Dosimetry Activities: read OSLDs/TLDs and enter data; bleach OSLDs; verify bleaching; review sessions.
• Standards & Control Monitoring: weekly irradiation of standards and controls; maintain process integrity.
• Institutional Communication: coordinate with clinical personnel and participating institutions; support audits.
• Equipment Shipping & Logistics: ship/receive equipment for remote monitoring; prepare shipping docs; track movement.
• Additional Responsibilities: support operations; demonstrate teamwork and safety compliance.

Skills

Dosimetry

Quality assurance

Communication with institutions

Equipment logistics

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree Math/Physics or related field

Job description

Radiological Physics Technician I

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a world-renowned institution dedicated to eliminating cancer through outstanding programs in patient care, research, prevention, and education. The Radiological Physics Technician I role supports these efforts by contributing to critical radiation oncology quality assurance activities that help ensure the safe and effective delivery of cancer treatments.

Within the Radiation Physics Outreach department, the Radiological Physics Technician I provides semi-professional support in specialized areas of radiological physics, including radiation dosimetry, quality assurance monitoring, equipment logistics, and communication with participating institutions. The Radiological Physics Technician I plays an important role in maintaining program accuracy and operational efficiency. The Radiological Physics Technician I works closely with physicists, clinical personnel, and program participants to support radiation therapy quality assurance initiatives across the United States and internationally.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree with emphasis in mathematics, physics, or a related field and demonstrates experience in research, laboratory, technical, or scientific environments. Candidates with strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, experience handling technical equipment, and the ability to communicate effectively with clinical professionals are highly desirable. No certifications are preferred for this role.

Salary: Minimum $20.67/hour - Midpoint $25.96/hour - Maximum $31.25/hour (based on annual salary range of $43,000 - $54,000 - $65,000)

Why Us?

At UT MD Anderson, this position directly contributes to advancing cancer treatment quality and patient safety through participation in nationally and internationally recognized radiation oncology quality assurance programs. Employees have opportunities to develop technical expertise, collaborate with leading radiation oncology professionals, and support a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives through innovation, research, education, and clinical excellence.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Dosimetry Activities
Read optically stimulated luminescent dosimeters (OSLD) and thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLD) and enter session data into the RADS database
Bleach OSLDs and file depth dose tables
Verify successful completion of the OSLD bleaching process through dosimeter readings
Review and check OSLD/TLD sessions in preparation for physicist evaluation

Standards & Control Monitoring
Perform weekly irradiation of OSLD/TLD standards and controls
Support the integrity and accuracy of the entire monitoring process through consistent standards management

Institutional Communication
Communicate with clinical personnel at participating institutions through phone and email
Provide support to institutions participating in the IROC Houston QA Center audit program
Coordinate information exchange with physicists and clinical customers as needed

Equipment Shipping & Logistics
Ship and receive equipment used for remote monitoring of radiotherapy machines
Package equipment for domestic and international shipment
Prepare shipping labels and customs documentation for international shipments
Track equipment movement and activities using RADS software
Maintain accurate documentation of equipment inventory and distribution

Additional Responsibilities
Support radiation physics operations and quality assurance initiatives
Demonstrate analytical thinking, innovative problem solving, teamwork, and service excellence
Adhere to institutional safety standards, policies, and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's Degree Math, physics or related field.

Work Experience

• Required: 2 years Research, laboratory or related experience. or
• Required: No experience required with preferred degree.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183893
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 65,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No