Physicist - Radiation Oncology
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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Physicist
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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Physicist
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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Physicist
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Carle Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Physicist - Radiation Oncology
Urbana, IL · On-site
$89.05 - $153.11/hr
Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators * Supports external beam radiation therapy ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
Radiation Oncology - Physician
Peoria, IL · On-site
$196.25/hr
This position serves the Peoria campus with a practice treating on two linear accelerators: Varian ... engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle ...
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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for linear accelerator engineer in Illinois is $86,421.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,400.00 and $105,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a linear accelerator engineer?
A Linear Accelerator Engineer is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of linear accelerators (LINACs), which are used in medical and industrial applications. They ensure the safe and accurate operation of these machines, often working with oncologists, medical physicists, and radiation therapists in healthcare settings. Their duties include troubleshooting technical issues, calibrating equipment, and performing routine servicing to comply with safety regulations. Strong knowledge of electronics, radiation physics, and mechanical systems is essential for this role.
What does a linear accelerator engineer do?
As a Linear Accelerator Engineer, your daily tasks often include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, calibrating equipment to ensure precise radiation delivery, and upgrading system components. You’ll commonly collaborate with radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and clinical engineers to guarantee patient safety and optimal system performance. Regular documentation of maintenance activities and strict adherence to safety and compliance standards are integral to the role. This position provides a dynamic and impactful work environment, with opportunities to contribute to advancements in medical technology and patient care.
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To thrive as a Linear Accelerator Engineer, you need strong expertise in electronics, mechanical systems, and physics, typically backed by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with medical linear accelerator equipment, radiation safety protocols, and tools such as oscilloscopes and specialized calibration software is required, and certifications like Certified Medical Equipment Manager (CEMM) or equivalent can be advantageous. Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams are important soft skills. These qualifications ensure safe, accurate accelerator performance and smooth coordination with healthcare professionals in high-stakes clinical environments.
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$89.05 - $153.11/hr
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Carle Health is seeking a Comprehensive Medical Physicist to support Radiation Oncology, Interventional Radiology, and Radiation Safety at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.
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About Our Community
Globally connected, innovative and culturally rich, Champaign-Urbana is centrally located to Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis and is home to one of the world's great public research universities - the Big Ten University of Illinois. With ease of transportation, excellent schools and affordable housing options, our community features the friendliness and advantages of a smaller town while offering the dining, arts, sports, and entertainment options found in a much larger city.
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Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information:
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $89.05-$153.11/hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits
Carle Health is seeking a Comprehensive Medical Physicist to support Radiation Oncology, Interventional Radiology, and Radiation Safety at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.
Opportunity Details
- Provides comprehensive medical physics support for four hospital units at Carle Health in Urbana:
- Carle Cancer Institute – Radiation Oncology
- Oversees quality control for three linear accelerators
- Supports external beam radiation therapy and clinical quality assurance
- Interventional Radiology
- Physics support for Y‑90 radioembolization for patients with liver metastases
- Hospital Radiation Safety
- Partners with the Radiation Safety Officer on hospital‑wide radiation safety programs
- Oversees staff radiation safety practices, dose monitoring, and compliance
- Ensures proper licensing and Authorized User (AU) requirements under Illinois regulations
- Neurosurgery
- Radiation safety support for GammaTile® (Cs‑131) brachytherapy for brain tumors
- Carle Cancer Institute – Radiation Oncology
- Ensures compliance with all State of Illinois and federal regulatory requirements , including IEMA and Title 32 Energy Chapter II
- Performs radiation measurements, data analysis, and quality assurance on therapeutic and diagnostic radiation equipment
- Verifies dosimetry calculations and supports radiation therapy treatment planning
- Conducts radiation safety surveys and QA activities to meet ACR certification requirements
- Maintains, schedules, and provides oversight for the Radiation Safety Committee , including documentation and meeting minutes
- Collaborates with physicians and clinical teams to ensure appropriate treatment guidelines are utilized and monitored
- Supports continuous quality improvement, regulatory readiness, and safe clinical operations
Education/Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Physics or a related field
- Registered Therapeutic Radiation Physicist – IEMA
- Certified Specialist in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics (ABR)
- Must meet all requirements outlined in Title 32 Energy Chapter II (IEMA – Radiation)
- 1+ year of experience in medical physics or a related clinical setting
- Demonstrated ability to perform and analyze precise radiation measurements on therapeutic and diagnostic x‑ray equipment
About Our Community
Globally connected, innovative and culturally rich, Champaign-Urbana is centrally located to Chicago, Indianapolis and St. Louis and is home to one of the world's great public research universities - the Big Ten University of Illinois. With ease of transportation, excellent schools and affordable housing options, our community features the friendliness and advantages of a smaller town while offering the dining, arts, sports, and entertainment options found in a much larger city.
About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information:
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $89.05-$153.11/hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits
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Each and every employee at Carle makes us better and stronger, so we can take care of our patients and our community. From clinical to professional and technical careers – our team of employees help us change lives. Carle is proud to be named a Great Place to Work®. Alongside Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, and Carle Health Proctor Hospital, the Carle Foundation Hospital holds Magnet® designation, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care.
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