Sr. Medical Physicist (Kingsport, TN)

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere—sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth while valuing your unique contributions.

About the role

Works at the clinic site in collaboration with the Cancer Care Leadership to ensure high-quality and safe interpretation, delivery, operation, and monitoring of radiation safety policies, procedures, standards, and equipment for Radiation Oncology Services. Responsible for ensuring delivery of high-quality radiation therapy while providing staff with proper education, training, and oversight to minimize radiation exposure. Implements and abides by Customer Service Standards, supports patient safety practices, and demonstrates Family-Centered Care principles.

Responsibilities

• Calibration of dose meters (including dosimetric inter-comparisons for QA) and radiation equipment (accelerator monitor unit calibration)
• Beam data acquisition for treatment planning
• Preparation of data for treatment planning systems
• Development/improvement of dose measurement systems, protocols, and software for dosimetry (including spreadsheets and databases)
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and organizational regulations for radiation safety
• Participates in development of organizational Performance Improvement activities, policies, procedures, and standards of practice to meet regulatory requirements
• Assists in acceptance testing and commissioning of new machines and re-commissioning after major maintenance
• Performs individual treatment planning, dosimetry calculations, and treatment planning reviews (physics component)
• Provides physics consultation to radiation oncology personnel and radiation oncologists concerning patient care and treatment
• Ensures routine verification of department treatment planning system
• Collaborates with information services department to provide software management of department planning system
• Assists in planning and shielding calculations for new radiation facilities and programs
• Interprets and prepares documentation summary of regulatory changes for integration into departmental operations
• Provides dosimetry checks following source changes
• Assists with selection and acquisition of sources for permanent implant techniques
• Participates in clinical education, training, and competency evaluations for medical physics, dosimetry, and therapy staff in collaboration with department and Physics directors

Requirements

• Located or willing to relocate to Kingsport, TN or surrounding area
• M.S. or PhD (preferred) in Medical Physics or a closely related field
• Minimum of 5+ years clinical experience in addition to a CAMPEP-accredited residency
• Candidates who have passed the Part-I and (possibly) Part-II ABR Exams preferred
• Experience with High Dose Rate (HDR) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) programs preferred
• Computer system administration experience with patient record and verify database applications desirable
• Certification in Radiation Oncology Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or other alternative certifying body; candidates who are not certified must be eligible for board certification and achieve this status within 3 years of hire
• Must apply for and maintain relevant State licensing and/or registration as required for working as a medical physicist at the clinical site

Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform essential functions. Many clients require meeting Vendor Credentialing requirements, which may include proof of identification, criminal background checks, drug screens, immunizations, annual TB testing, and healthcare training.

About us

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in over 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we push boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients globally. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become part of a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute diverse ideas. We embrace differences in backgrounds, cultures, religions, and political or sexual orientations, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere—sustainably.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is $168,470 - $231,649. Factors affecting starting pay include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parking/public transportation
• Paid time off
• Paid sick and safe time