Medical Physicist, Radiation Physics

Medical Physicist, Radiation Physics
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. The center works in partnership with advanced technology and a collaborative culture to deliver world‑class radiation therapy, education, research, and patient support.

• Consult with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists on treatment planning and clinical problem‑solving.
• Perform comprehensive patient‑specific dose calculations and treatment plan verification for all assigned patients.
• Conduct weekly quality assurance checks on dose calculations and treatment plans.
• Lead quality assurance programs for all radiation‑producing equipment, performing routine calibrations, safety checks, and performance testing.
• Perform specialized dosimetry for advanced treatment techniques including IMRT/VMAT QA, brachytherapy, and in‑vivo dosimetry.
• Ensure compliance with all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support cutting‑edge clinical applications and special procedures.

• Participate in selection, evaluation, and acceptance testing of new radiation therapy equipment.
• Lead commissioning and implementation of new radiotherapy technologies.
• Develop and validate new clinical procedures for treatment planning and delivery.
• Provide clinical support for pilot programs before general clinical release.
• Stay at the forefront of radiotherapy physics with emerging technologies.

• Mentor and teach CAMPEP‑accredited medical physics residents in the clinical physics program.
• Provide instruction to graduate students during clinical rotations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and course instruction.
• Demonstrate excellence as a clinical role model and trusted advisor.

• Pursue continuing education and maintain board certification.
• Share knowledge through in‑services, journal club presentations, and training.
• Engage with national professional societies and organizations.
• Stay current with advances in radiation physics.

• Master’s Degree (MS) in Therapeutic Radiological Physics from an AAPM/CAMPEP‑accredited program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Therapeutic Radiological Physics (A  or ABMP).
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in radiation physics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to function effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Experience with diverse radiation therapy modalities (conventional, IMRT, VMAT, brachytherapy, SBRT).
• Familiarity with advanced treatment planning systems and dose calculation algorithms.
• Experience mentoring residents or graduate students.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and regulatory compliance.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and professional development.

• Competitive base salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Sign‑on bonus.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Retirement plans (401(k)) with employer matching.
• Continuing education support.
• Professional society membership and conference attendance support.
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays).
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.

• 12 Radiation oncologists providing specialized expertise.
• 15 Medical physicists delivering world‑class physics support.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities across 9 locations.
• Commitment to innovation through research and emerging technologies.
• Academic partnerships with Louisiana State University for education and research.
• Patient‑centered philosophy ensuring compassionate, high‑quality care.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to advance your career in clinical and educational excellence?
Submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter highlighting your clinical experience and interest in the position
• Contact information for three professional references

Contact:
Dr. Sotirios Stathakis, PhD
Chief of Physics
Email:

Application and requested documents can also be submitted through the MBP job page for consideration.

For more information, visit marybird.org/services/physics