Medical Physicist

Medical PhysicistFoundation Health Partners is seeking a skilled and motivated Medical Physicist to join our collaborative care team in Fairbanks, Alaska. In this vital role you will ensure the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy by providing clinical physics support, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and working closely with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to patient care in a community-focused health system while enjoying the unique lifestyle and adventure that Alaska has to offer.Pay & Benefits:Compensation: 101.98 - 163.16 hourly wage based on experience and educationRetention Bonus: $20,000Relocation Assistance: up to $7,500Temporary Housing: 90 Days ProvidedAdditional Pay: Shift Differential Annual Increases Paid Time OffBenefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer matchEducation Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance Student Loan ForgivenessOther Benefits: Onsite Gym Wellness Programs Discount programsShifts Available:Full-time Monday - Friday 40 hours per week 5x8 hour shiftsAbout Fairbanks Memorial Hospital:Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks small-town living spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work, and play.Living in Fairbanks:As the second largest city in Alaska Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large-town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. No state income tax and no sales tax. Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents. College Town the University of Alaska Fairbanks UAF Community & Technical College Military Community Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base. 15 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | 10 District Schools of Choice| robust youth sports programsSummer activities: Midnight sun hiking fishing camping gold panning kayaking berry picking rafting rock climbing recreational flying community-wide festivals live music and events.Winter activities: Northern lights skiing snowshoeing snowmobiling hockey curling ice fishing dog mushing ice climbing hunting ice art word class hot springs community-wide art shows and festivals etc.Responsibilities:Perform calibration quality assurance and routine testing of radiation therapy equipment including linear accelerators CT simulators and brachytherapy systems.Review and approve complex radiation treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and dosimetrists ensuring dose accuracy and patient safety.Conduct patient-specific quality assurance checks for IMRT VMAT SBRT SRS and brachytherapy cases.Complete initial weekly and final chart reviews to ensure treatment plan accuracy and regulatory compliance.Assist with commissioning acceptance testing and implementation of new equipment software and treatment techniques.Monitor and maintain compliance with federal state and institutional radiation safety regulations including documentation and audits.Serve as a technical resource for radiation safety shielding evaluations and exposure monitoring.Communicate effectively with clinical staff and participate in case reviews multidisciplinary meetings and department initiatives.Train and support residents students and clinical staff on physics principles equipment use and treatment protocols.Stay current with advances in medical physics and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.Qualifications:Masters in medical physics physics or related field required.Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in Therapeutic Medical Physics required.Knowledge typically obtained with two (2) or more years of clinical experience.Demonstrated proficiency with radiation therapy equipment and software.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic fast-paced clinical environmentPreferred Qualifications:Additional related education and/or experience preferred.