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.

MDPerm LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of credentialing, background screening, and any facility-specific requirements.