Clinical Medical Physicist-Huntley Oncology Clinic Full-time Days

Clinical Medical Physicist-Huntley Oncology Clinic Full-time Days Full-time Salary Range Minimum : $111.24 Salary Range Maximum: $160.19 Compensation: USD 111.24 - USD 160.19 - hourly At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Clinical Medical Physicist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Clinical Medical Physicist performs Quality Assurance (QA) procedures independently. Oversight of the compliance to radiation safety protocols.Experienced in the operation of treatment units that deliver IMRT, SBRT, and HDR brachytherapy techniques.Proficient in data analysis, QA software, and clinical documentation systems.Strong communication skills and team collaboration skills. Responsibilities Responsible for all medical physics operations within a radiotherapy clinic. Performs complex treatment planning, patient positioning support, and comprehensive machine and patient quality assurance. Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, therapists, and dosimetrists. Develops specifications for external beam therapy, brachytherapy, simulations, and dosimetry measurements. Ensures full regulatory and accreditation compliance for radiation treatment equipment and detection systems. Conducts acceptance testing and commissioning of radiation therapy equipment, including data characterization and system evaluation. Creates treatment protocols, procedural guidelines, and technical documents for clinical operations. Oversees radiation safety practices, machine maintenance coordination, and technical aspects of radiation oncology programs. Provides expert consultation to physicians regarding dosimetry and patient care. Offers imaging guidance for simulation, treatment planning, and therapeutic radiation delivery. Supervises medical physics assistants, medical physics residents, and dosimetrists. Reviews and verifies computerized patient treatment plans for accuracy and clinical appropriateness. Performs initial and weekly patient chart checks to ensure precision and adherence to standards. Serves as the physics representative on quality assurance and process improvement committees. Participates in research and development initiatives to advance clinical practice. Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental goals and patient care excellence. Required ABR Board Certified Therapeutic Medical Physicist Illinois Emergency Management Registered Therapeutic Radiological Physicist Preferred PhD 1-3 Years of experience Illinois Emergency Management Registered Diagnostic Imaging Specialist Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Memorial Healthcare