Therapy Medical Physicist for Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

Radiation Therapy Medical Physicist to join the Radiation Oncology team at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA.
This position plays a key role in treatment planning, quality assurance, equipment calibration, and the overall safety and accuracy of radiation delivery to patients. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Physics, Medical Physics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related physical science

• Must meet American College of Radiation Oncology standards for supporting CT systems

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience within the last 5 years as a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in a hospital setting

• Minimum of 1 year within the last 3 years supporting Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)

Certification (must be certified or eligible for certification):

• American Board of Medical Physics (Radiation Oncology Physics)

• American Board of Radiology (Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Radiological Physics), or

• Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine

Licensure:

• Must have been listed as an Authorized Medical Physicist on a Nuclear Regulatory Commission license within the past 5 years

Schedule 

• Monday to Friday, 40hrs per week between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM

• Shared on-call coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and validate radiation beam data for treatment machines

• Ensure accuracy of treatment planning data used by therapists, dosimetrists, and oncologists

• Support treatment planning for 3D-CRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, and SRS procedures

• Conduct quality assurance checks after equipment maintenance

• Provide training and support to clinical staff and residents

• Assist in the development of radiation safety and quality assurance protocols

• Attend weekly chart rounds and CQI meetings

• Support data management systems and participate in clinical duties as assigned

About the Role

This is a vital position within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality radiation therapy. The role requires precision, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. If you are passionate about advancing patient care in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.