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McLaren Macomb

Medical Physicist

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The physics team, consisting of 12 physicists and 2 physics residents, collaborates closely in all ... Master's or PhD degree in medical physics or related discipline. * Board Certified or eligible for ...

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UC Davis Health

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$70K/yr

The Radiation Oncology Physics section currently employs 24 physicists, 6 medical physics residents, and 2 MPAs across the enterprise. The successful candidate will assist with quality assurance ...

Trinity Health

Medical Physicist

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$159K - $985K/yr

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Mayo Clinic

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$298K - $373K/yr

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Medical Physics Residents are individuals who have completed graduate education in medical physics and are undergoing clinical training, typically in a hospital or cancer treatment center. Their residency programs are designed to provide hands-on experience in applying physics principles to medicine, particularly in diagnosing and treating diseases like cancer. Residents work under the supervision of certified medical physicists, gaining proficiency in areas such as radiation therapy, imaging, and safety protocols. Completion of a medical physics residency is often required for board certification and a career as a clinical medical physicist.

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Medical Physics Residents often encounter challenges balancing clinical responsibilities with ongoing learning and research. Adjusting to the fast-paced healthcare environment, mastering new technologies, and staying updated with evolving safety protocols can be demanding. Collaboration with medical staff, radiation oncologists, and technologists is essential, which requires strong communication and teamwork skills. Additionally, residents must prepare for board exams while gaining hands-on experience, making effective time management crucial for success.

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To thrive as a Medical Physics Resident, you need a solid background in physics or medical physics, typically with a master's or PhD in the field and completion of a CAMPEP-accredited program. Familiarity with radiation therapy equipment, treatment planning systems, and dosimetry tools is essential, as well as knowledge of safety regulations. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication make a resident stand out in this role. These qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate patient treatment, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical teams.

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CredentialsTypically enrolled in a residency program, often with a master's or doctoral degree in medical physicsHolds certification from bodies like the ABR, with completed residency and licensure
Work EnvironmentTraining setting within hospitals or clinics, supervised by experienced physicistsIndependent practitioner working in clinical, research, or academic settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, cancer centers, academic institutions during trainingHospitals, clinics, research institutions, or private practices post-certification
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding training roles and pathwaysClarifying professional responsibilities and qualifications

The main difference is that a Medical Physics Resident is in training, gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while a Medical Physicist is a fully qualified professional responsible for clinical tasks, treatment planning, and quality assurance in medical settings.

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Medical Physicist

Medical Physicist

McLaren Macomb

Mount Clemens, MI

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Looking to join a dynamic physics team in a growing center? The Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb is hiring. The position is open to all career levels with compensation based on experience, so this would be a terrific opportunity for either a current resident looking for a first post-residency position, or an experienced physicist looking to advance their career. This position is part of a core team of 3 physicists responsible for activities in the Macomb, Clarkston, and Port Huron centers, with additional support from the Karmanos Network Physics team.

The Team

The successful candidate will join a local team of 2 other physicists, 3 dosimetrists, and 4 physicians providing care for cancer patients across these 3 centers.

The Karmanos Cancer Network comprises 10 cancer centers spread throughout Michigan. The physics team, consisting of 12 physicists and 2 physics residents, collaborates closely in all areas of patient care, technical duties, and quality/system improvement projects. The new team member will have immediate opportunities to make significant contributions across the spectrum of physics activities.

Technologies

The centers have three Varian TrueBeams and 1 Varian Trilogy, 3 CT Simulators (1 Philips Big Bore, 2 GE LightSpeed), 1 Elekta Flexitron HDR, and 1 Varian Bravos HDR unit. Advanced technologies such as SGRT (Identify/VisionRT), HyperArc, gating, 4DCBCT, etc., are available. We offer a broad range of treatments to our patients including SRS/SBRT, respiratory gating, and brachytherapy.

All centers throughout the Karmanos Cancer Network utilize cloud hosted Eclipse treatment planning and Aria record and verify on a common system that is supported by a dedicated IT and administration team.

Essential Responsibilities

         Acceptance and commissioning of LINAC

         Implementation of clinical stereotactic program

         Radiation therapy equipment calibration, quality assurance

         Collaboration with clinical and medical staff on simulation and treatment planning

         Provide ongoing oversight of quality and safety of patient treatment delivery

         Participation in department quality assurance and continuous quality improvement programs

         Participation in clinical research efforts 

         Collaboration in network physics initiatives

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Requirements
  • Master's or PhD degree in medical physics or related discipline.
  • Board Certified or eligible for certification in therapeutic medical physics from American Board of Radiology (ABR) or equivalent certification
  • Two or more years of prior work experience as a Medical Physicist or Medical Physics Resident in full-service radiation therapy center.
Additional Information
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Requisition ID: 26001029
  • Daily Work Times: varies
  • Hours Per Pay Period: 80
  • On Call: No
  • Weekends: No

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