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Diagnostic/Nuclear Medicine Medical Physicist

Full-time

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center

Baton Rouge, LA

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana's leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer.

Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines.

Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

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Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center - Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Full-Time | Competitive Salary | Comprehensive Benefits | Sign-On Bonus

Join Our Mission to Transform Cancer Care

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center , we are dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through cutting-edge technology, innovative research, and compassionate care. As a leader in oncology, we are seeking a Diagnostic/Nuclear Medicine Medical Physicist to join our dynamic team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, academic, and patient-centered environment while advancing your career in medical physics.

About the Role

As a Diagnostic/Nuclear Medicine Medical Physicist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and innovation in our diagnostic and nuclear imaging services. You'll work with state-of-the-art equipment, contribute to groundbreaking research, and collaborate with LSU's prestigious Medical Physics program. This position offers a blend of clinical excellence, academic opportunities, and professional growth, with the potential for an adjunct faculty appointment at LSU's Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence (75%)

  • Ensure safe, effective use of radionuclides for both diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures (e.g., Lu-177, Ac-225).
  • Oversee implementation, quality assurance, and optimization of theranostic protocols (dosimetry-guided therapies, PET/SPECT imaging).
  • Perform individualized patient dosimetry calculations for radiopharmaceutical therapies (MIRD schema, voxel-based, Monte Carlo-based).
  • Establish and validate calibration protocols for dose calibrators, imaging systems, and therapy planning tools.
  • Monitor and optimize patient radiation exposures in compliance with ALARA principles.
  • Perform quality assurance, troubleshooting, and consultation for advanced imaging modalities, including CT, MRI, PET/SPECT, ultrasound, x-ray, fluoroscopy, and mammography .
  • Support radiotherapy imaging systems (e.g., CT sim, MRI sim) and MR-LINAC QA workflows.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (ACR, NRC, MQSA, TJC).
  • Lead the selection, acceptance testing, and commissioning of cutting-edge diagnostic and nuclear imaging equipment.
  • Develop and optimize imaging protocols to enhance clinical efficiency, safety, and image quality.
  • Train and mentor clinical staff on new technologies and procedures.

Research & Education (25%)

  • Collaborate with MBPCC and LSU on innovative research projects, with opportunities to publish in peer-reviewed journals .
  • Mentor graduate students and medical physics residents, guiding their thesis and dissertation work to publication-ready standards.
  • Contribute to graduate education through teaching, curriculum development, or course direction.
  • Engage with the medical physics community through professional societies, conferences, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  • Pursue continuous professional development to maintain certification and licensure.

Why Join Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center?

  • Innovative Environment : Work with cutting-edge imaging and radiotherapy technologies in a leading cancer center.
  • Academic Collaboration : Partner with LSU's renowned Medical Physics program, with opportunities for teaching and research.
  • Impactful Work : Contribute to life-saving cancer care and groundbreaking research that shapes the future of oncology.
  • Supportive Culture : Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to clinical excellence and patient care.

Qualifications

Education

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics, or Ph.D. in Physics with postdoctoral training in medical physics.
  • Completion of an accredited residency program.

Experience

  • 3-5 years of clinical experience in diagnostic and/or nuclear medicine physics preferred.
  • Experience with multi-site clinical operations and regulatory compliance is a plus.

Certification

  • ABR (or ABMP) certification in Diagnostic or Nuclear Medical Physics required (or eligibility with intent to certify within 12 months). ABSNM certification in Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation or eligibility preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in both independent and collaborative settings.
  • Passion for continuous learning and clinical excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary with a sign-on bonus .
  • Incentive Pay Program .
  • Discretionary Research Funding .
  • Continuing Education Reimbursement to fuel your professional growth.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401(k)/403(b) with employer contributions.
  • Generous Paid Time Off .

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference in cancer care? Submit your application or submit your resume and cover letter to [click to reveal email address] View email address on us.fitly.work . For more information about Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, visit .

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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