Physicist

Clinical Radiation Physicist – RWJBarnabas Health

About the role

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary oncology team committed to advancing patient outcomes through cutting-edge technology, evidence-based practice, and clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Performing equipment calibration, commissioning, and acceptance testing to ensure the safe and accurate delivery of radiation therapy

• Conducting quality assurance for linear accelerators, treatment planning systems, brachytherapy equipment, and other radiation oncology technologies

• Collaborating with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and clinical staff to develop and verify individualized treatment plans

• Supporting advanced treatment techniques, including 3D conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT), IMRT, and high- and low-dose-rate brachytherapy

• Ensuring compliance with radiation safety regulations, accreditation standards, and licensing requirements

• Providing clinical physics support for daily patient treatments and special radiation procedures

• Participating in the development of clinical protocols and supporting patient enrollment in clinical research trials

• Teaching and mentoring medical physics residents, radiation oncology residents, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and other learners through lectures and clinical education

• Participating in departmental quality improvement initiatives, research activities, faculty recruitment, and multidisciplinary meetings

• Maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout all aspects of radiation oncology services

Requirements

• Hold a Ph.D. or M.S. in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related field

• Board certified or board eligible in Medical Physics

• Experience (0–10 years post-residency) in conventional radiotherapy, 3D treatment planning, IMRT, high- and low-dose-rate brachytherapy, linear accelerator operations, and special radiation therapy procedures

• Candidates who have completed a CAMPEP-accredited residency program are strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Patient safety and quality assurance are at the center of your professional practice

• You enjoy mentoring others and contributing to education and research

• You are committed to continuous learning and staying current with advancements in medical physics

• You communicate effectively with physicians, clinicians, and technical staff while working independently and collaboratively

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail

• A passion for advancing cancer care through precision, innovation, and technology

• A collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retail Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Pay

$223,412.80 - $271,128.00 per year

Schedule

Day Shift