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Medical physics tasks performed by the MPA shall be reviewed and co-signed by a Qualified Medical Physicist. The primary location for MPA activities will occur at the UW Health University Hospital ...

The Junior Medical Physicist assists in the treatment planning and MU calculations for external beam therapy in conjunction with and under the direction of Qualified Medical Physicists (QMPs)

The Junior Medical Physicist assists in the treatment planning and MU calculations for external beam therapy in conjunction with and under the direction of Qualified Medical Physicists (QMPs)

Medical Physics - Radiology

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$298K - $373K/yr

The successful applicant will help drive innovation and clinical implementation across medical physics while overseeing safety, quality, and accreditation processes, with a primary focus on X-ray ...

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How much do medical physics jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical physics in the United States is $30.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What can you do as a medical physicist?

A medical physicist applies physics principles to healthcare, primarily in radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, and nuclear medicine. They develop treatment plans, calibrate equipment, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with medical teams to optimize patient care. Certification and knowledge of radiation safety, imaging technology, and medical regulations are essential in this role.

Are medical physicists in demand?

Medical physicists are in high demand due to the increasing use of advanced imaging and radiation therapy technologies in healthcare. The field offers strong job growth prospects, especially for those with certification and expertise in areas like radiation safety and medical imaging equipment management.

How to get a job as a medical physicist?

To become a medical physicist, typically a master's or doctoral degree in medical physics or a related field is required, along with completion of a residency program. Certification from a recognized board, such as the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics, is often necessary for employment in clinical settings. Strong knowledge of radiation safety, medical imaging technology, and clinical protocols is essential.

What are some common challenges faced by medical physicists in a clinical setting?

Medical physicists often encounter challenges such as ensuring precise calibration and maintenance of complex equipment, adapting to advancements in technology, and maintaining strict safety standards for radiation use. They regularly troubleshoot technical issues under time-sensitive conditions and must communicate complex information to physicians, technologists, and other team members. Working in a collaborative healthcare environment, medical physicists also balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical duties. Navigating these challenges requires technical expertise, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Medical Physics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Medical Physics, you need a solid background in physics or engineering, a graduate degree in medical physics, and relevant board certification such as from the ABR or CCPM. Familiarity with advanced imaging technologies, radiation therapy equipment, treatment planning systems, and specialized quality assurance software is essential. Strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication skills are critical for collaborating with clinical staff and ensuring patient safety. These skills and qualifications are vital to accurately applying physical principles to medicine and safeguarding quality and safety in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

What is a Medical Physics job?

A Medical Physics job involves applying principles of physics to healthcare, primarily in radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, and nuclear medicine. Medical physicists ensure the safe and effective use of radiation in medical treatments, optimize imaging techniques, and maintain equipment quality control. They work in hospitals, research institutions, and industry settings, collaborating with doctors and technicians to improve patient care.

Do medical physicists get paid well?

Medical physicists typically earn competitive salaries that reflect their specialized training in physics and healthcare. According to industry data, the median annual wage is higher than many other healthcare professionals, and salaries can increase with experience, certifications, and working in advanced medical settings such as hospitals or cancer treatment centers.
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The University of California Davis, School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology is 
recruiting a faculty position for an Assistant/Associate Professor in the Health Sciences Clinical 
Professor series (HSCP), salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Expectations 
of a faculty in the HSCP series are primarily clinical and include teaching, service and scholarly 
and/or creative activities.
Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in Medical Physics or related field of study pertinent to 
medical physics and be board eligible/certified. For the Associate level, a demonstrated ability 
to obtain extramural funding is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to 
participate and/or provide significant leadership in the advanced clinical and research programs 
in image-guided IMRT and VMAT, SBRT, radiosurgery, brachytherapy, in vivo dosimetry, and 
informatics infrastructure development. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach 
in our medical physics courses for physician and physics residents, as well as contribute to 
continuing medical education efforts for our staff.
The radiation oncology department is located in the NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer 
Center in Sacramento, California. We have full-member status with the NRG-Radiation Therapy 
Oncology Group, an ACGME accredited physician residency training program, and CAMPEP 
accreditation for our medical physics residency program. There are research affiliations with 
the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis Department of Biomedical Engineering, 
Sutter Medical Foundation, and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and potential 
relationships with Cancer Center Network sites.
Our downtown facility has two matched Elekta Versa linacs with Agility MLC, a TomoTherapy 
Radixact, and a GammaKnife ICON all managed by the Elekta Mosaiq EMR system. Treatment 
planning is performed with Raystation treatment planning system. Ancillary systems include 
SNC Suncheck, AlignRT and MIM Vista. UC Davis Cancer Center has a very active image-guided 
high dose rate (HDR) Brachytherapy (IGBT) suite with Samsung Neurologica Mobile CT, Elekta 
Flexitron afterloader, and the Oncentra brachytherapy treatment planning system treating 
gynecological, prostate, lung and skin sites. Our IGBT Special Procedure Suite is located within 
the department, and it is a substantial asset to our highly regarded brachytherapy programs 
that serve patients from Northern California and Nevada. The UC Davis department of 
Radiation Oncology clinic is committed to providing the most advanced treatment delivery and 
image-guided technologies. 
Clinical Experience:
Board certified or eligible (ABR or CCPM) are required for this position, which includes 
experience in radiation therapy treatment planning and dosimetry with external beam and 
sealed source radioactive materials. The successful applicant will join our other faculty on the 
Approved List of the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch as an 
individual approved to perform Radiation Shielding Design, Therapy Machine Calibrations, and 
Radiation Protection Surveys in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 17, 
sections 30305(a)(5), 30312(b)(4), and 30312(b)(5).
Teaching experience:
The department offers a CAMPEP accredited residency in clinical radiation therapy physics and 
participation in teaching within the training program is expected of all physics faculty. Each year 
a 50+ lecture series on radiation therapy physics is offered to medical students, residents, and 
fellows on a wide range of topics in medical physics in accordance with the syllabus 
recommended by the American Board of Radiology and CAMPEP. Lecturers include faculty from 
within Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, School of Veterinary Medicine, 
and guest lecturers from other institutions. Written, oral, and mock exams are offered by the 
faculty for training purposes in addition to clinical rotations with the residents that may include 
participation in clinical research projects, typically involving technology development within the 
clinics established and emerging programs.
Research Experience:
This position is predominately clinical and teaching focused, however, there is ample 
opportunity for clinically applied research. The department has an NIH grant for participation in 
NRG Oncology clinical trials, and several of the faculty have funded research from both public 
and industry sources. Research opportunities within the department will be enhanced in 2025-
26 with new technology including a TomoTherapy Radixact system with Synchrony real-time 
motion management. Clinical plans include a new Varian Edge machine to be installed for our 
expanding SRS-SBRT programs.
Administrative Experience:
Effective communication skills, success in working in a collaborative environment, and 
demonstrated experience in adhering to policies and procedures are important aspects of this 
position. Experience in professional service including committees, leadership experience, and 
professional societies are encouraged and supported. Diversity/Collegiality: Demonstrated 
ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment.
Completed applications will be reviewed regularly, with the position remaining open until filled or until the search end date. Qualified applicants should complete an application through UC Davis Recruit (recruit.ucdavis.edu), searching by JPF07277.

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