Medical Physicist - Oncology

Medical Physicist - Oncology

Bay Area Hospital is seeking a Medical Physicist – Oncology to join the Bay Area Cancer Center. This full‑time, 40‑hour per week position requires significant experience and knowledge in radiation oncology physics.

Compensation

Maximum salary: $265,599.00 USD (for an individual with significant experience) Minimum salary: $159,360.00 USD

Hours per pay period: 80 Shift: Day Shift

Job Details

Operates and maintains all therapeutic equipment and serves as an advisor to the Bay Area Hospital Radiation Safety Officer.

Current Bay Area Hospital employees, please apply through the Workday internal career site.

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient with personal computer and relevant software.
• Operates relevant office equipment.
• Effective interdepartmental and public interaction.
• Maintains confidentiality, works independently with minimal supervision.
• Exhibits good judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Flexible and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Works effectively under stress and changing requirements.
• Demonstrated linear accelerator calibration, routine maintenance and QA.
• Clinical knowledge of daily linear accelerator treatments, daily QA, computerized treatment planning (3‑D and IMRT), simulation, and low‑dose‑rate brachytherapy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong organization and prioritization.
• Knowledge of radiation and geometric characteristics of diagnostic and radiation therapy equipment and radioactive sources used in the hospital.
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance.

Education/Credentials

• Master’s or PhD in medical physics or related field.
• Certified in Therapeutic Radiological Physics, or American Board of Medical Physics, certification in Radiation Oncology Physics.

Experience

• Five years (5) experience as a staff medical physicist with demonstrated experience in radiation oncology (Preferred).
• Maintains certification in the American Board of Radiology and/or American Board of Medical Physics.
• Maintains active membership in the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM).
• New graduates with 2 years experience are highly encouraged to apply.

General Information

Union Affiliation: None. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not exhaustive.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

• Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment.
• Needing adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
• May require off‑site travel.

Compensation Grade

L – Salaried

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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