Certified Medical Physicist; MS or PhD - Tyler​/Longview

Overview

Texas Oncology is searching for a Certified Medical Physicist to join our East Texas Physics POD (Longview/Tyler/Palestine). The Medical Physicist will be actively working with 4 other physicists and 6 dosimetrists in the region.

Why work for us?

Texas Oncology delivers high-quality, high-touch care to help cancer patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” in their fight against cancer. We are an independent, physician-led practice delivering leading-edge technology and treatment options and conducting innovative research.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability, generous PTO, a 401k plan with company match, a Wellness program, Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some retailers.

Within the East Texas POD there are 7 Varian Linacs (2 True Beam, 1 Halcyon, 4 2100 C-Series). The region operates 2 active HDR programs via Nucletron afterloaders. Planning and verification systems include Eclipse, Brain Lab, Vari Seed, Oncentra, Aria, Radformation, and Rad Calc. Programs include SBRT, SRS, HDR, LDR, and radiopharmaceuticals. Texas Oncology provides vendor webinars, its own journal club, and opportunities to serve on company-wide physics committees.

The candidate should have an MS or PhD in Physics or Medical Physics from an accredited university and a minimum of two to five years of experience in radiation oncology physics. The candidate should have a current A  certification or be in the process of obtaining certification (completed part
1) and maintain a valid Texas state medical physics license as required.

With more than 400 physicians and 150 sites of service, Texas Oncology is a pioneer in community-based cancer treatment. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other network physicists. East Texas offers family-friendly living and strong community ties.

The mission of Texas Oncology is to provide excellent, evidence-based care for each patient while advancing cancer care for tomorrow. We offer cutting-edge technologies, treatments, and research in welcoming environments, with comprehensive quality oversight and responsible financial management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in all aspects of radiation oncology physics, including SRS, SBRT and HDR.

This position offers a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with a match, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability, and Wellness & Perks Programs.

Preferred Experience:

• Working knowledge of Varian linear accelerators and Varian Vari Source/Bravos HDR afterloader
• Working knowledge of Eclipse and Brachyvision
• Working knowledge of MOSAIQ Radiation Oncology Information System
• Working knowledge of HDR, SBRT and SRS procedures
• Working knowledge of Radiation safety

Duties will include:

• Full range of on-site clinical medical physics support at your primary clinic

The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Medical Physics from a CAMPEP-accredited program
• Graduation from a CAMPEP-accredited residency program
• A  board certification or in the process of obtaining certification
• Eligibility for a Texas license
• Strong organization and oral/written communication skills

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Must be able to utilize treatment-planning computer components including keyboards, digitizers, trackball, and mouse controls. Must be able to stand for 8 hours; lift 40 pounds; have visual acuity to distinguish structures and isodose displays on a monitor;

must be able to align treatment field and monitor patient during radiation therapy.

The mission of Texas Oncology is to provide excellent, evidence-based care for each patient and advance cancer care for tomorrow. We offer cutting-edge technologies, treatments, and research in welcoming environments with quality oversight and responsible financial management. Texas Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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