Senior Therapeutic Medical Physicist - Radiotherapy Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program

Potential for relocation/recruitment incentives

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role involves managing advanced radiotherapy techniques and ensuring quality assurance for radiation treatments. The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in physics or engineering and be board certified in therapeutic medical physics. Excellent communication and technical skills are essential for this position.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work independently and be proficient in English. The role also focuses on collaboration with radiation oncologists and overseeing treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
• Board certified in therapeutic medical physics.
• Proficient in English as per VA standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage advanced radiotherapy techniques and initiatives.
• Serve as subject matter expert in therapeutic medical physics.
• Ensure quality assurance of radiotherapy.
• Consult with radiation oncologists on complex cases.

Skills

Expertise in therapeutic medical physics

Knowledge of radiotherapy devices

Ability to evaluate safe equipment operation

English language proficiency

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Raystation treatment planning system

ARIA R&V delivery system

Sun Nuclear QA equipment

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role involves managing advanced radiotherapy techniques and ensuring quality assurance for radiation treatments. The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in physics or engineering and be board certified in therapeutic medical physics. Excellent communication and technical skills are essential for this position.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work independently and be proficient in English. The role also focuses on collaboration with radiation oncologists and overseeing treatment planning.