Medical Physicist, Radiation Oncology
Join a dynamic clinical team as a therapeutic medical physicist at the Richmond VA Medical Center.
Best for:Best for experienced clinical medical physicists with ABR board certification or eligibility and a strong background in advanced radiotherapy modalities.
Overview
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System is seeking a therapeutic medical physicist to join their clinical team. This faculty-level position is based primarily at the Richmond VA Medical Center, where the successful candidate will provide comprehensive clinical radiation therapy services. The role involves utilizing state-of-the-art radiotherapy technologies and participating in a robust clinical research program. Applicants are expected to contribute to the education of residents and engage in departmental and university service.
What you'll do
- Provide clinical radiation therapy services including IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS, IGRT, and HDR brachytherapy.
- Serve as a principal clinical physicist within the multidisciplinary team at the Richmond VA Medical Center.
- Participate in the clinical physics residency training program by teaching and mentoring residents.
- Engage in clinically-oriented research programs and support ongoing clinical trials.
- Serve on departmental, School of Medicine, and university committees.
- Contribute to professional service activities such as conference organization or peer review.
- Manage regulatory procedures and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Requirements
Degree required: M.S. or PhD in medical physics, physics, engineering, or a closely related physical science discipline.
Language: English
Instruction: English
- ABR Board certification eligibility in radiation oncology physics.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in IMRT, IGRT, SBRT, SRS, and HDR brachytherapy.
- Strong technical proficiency in radiotherapy planning and delivery systems.
- Experience with regulatory procedures in a clinical environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team-based clinical setting.
- Must be eligible for ABR Board certification in radiation oncology physics.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply through the provided external portal link. Ensure all relevant qualifications and experience are clearly documented in your application materials.
- CV
- Cover letter
Contact
Ashley Krauss
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