Therapeutic Medical Physicist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Board-Certified Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist (CTMP) to join our Radiation Oncology team at the VA facility in El Paso, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all physics and dosimetry operations, ensuring a consistent and high-quality Radiation Oncology Physics Program.
• Provide quarterly Quality Assurance (QA) reports for the Quality Assurance Committee and Radiation Safety Committee.
• Conduct and document equipment-related quality assurance, including TLD and credentialing measurements for independent third-party analysis.
• Perform shielding surveys and submit reports as required by the National VA Health Physics Program (NHPP).
• Ensure that all licenses for linear accelerator equipment and software applications are current.
• Develop, implement, and periodically review policies and procedures for Quality Management Program (QMP) related to radiotherapy equipment.
• Oversee the technical activities of physicists, dosimetrists, and other team members, ensuring effective communication and continuity in medical physics operations.
• Implement new techniques or procedures in the facility by conducting literature reviews, developing standard procedures, and training staff.
• Report and manage adverse events through the Radiotherapy Incident Reporting & Analysis System (RIRAS).

Qualifications

• Board Certification: Must be Board Certified in Medical Physics or Therapeutic Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
• Licensure: Maintain licensure with the Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicists (if applicable).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience.
• Education: Ph.D. in Medical Physics or related field.
• Strong expertise in radiation therapy equipment, quality assurance processes, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Company Overview

Spectrum utilizes over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.