Therapeutic Medical Physicist

Therapeutic Medical Physicist - Minneapolis, MN

Support a premier Radiation Oncology program at one of the nation's top VA medical centers

About Minneapolis

Minneapolis consistently ranks among the most livable cities in America. Known as the "City of Lakes," it offers world-class arts and culture, a vibrant food scene, extensive biking and running trails, and four distinct seasons. The Twin Cities metro area boasts a thriving healthcare and technology sector, professional sports teams, and an exceptional quality of life with a cost of living below many major metros.

Getting Here

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is a major hub with nonstop flights to 160 destinations. The airport is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the medical center, with light rail service connecting the airport to downtown and beyond.

About the Facility

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) is located at One Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417. MVAHCS is a leading VA medical center providing comprehensive care to Veterans across Minnesota and the upper Midwest. The Radiation Oncology Service is accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting body and operates state-of-the-art equipment including Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators, RayStation treatment planning, and ARIA record & verify systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Physicist in all medical physics and dosimetry activities
• Design, optimize, and technically evaluate radiation treatment plans
• Ensure precise and accurate radiation dose delivery
• Maintain radiation protection standards for patients and staff
• Perform daily, monthly, and annual QA procedures
• Provide consultation to Radiation Oncologists and guidance to technical staff
• Assist with complicated simulations and treatment setups
• Contribute to accreditation and compliance with ACR, ASTRO, and AAPM standards

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics or related field
• Board Certified (or board-eligible with 5 years experience or CAMPEP graduate) by ABR, ABMP, or CCPM
• Minimum 2 years continuous experience within the last 3 years
• 2 years performing QA procedures
• 1 year experience with Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators (TG-142)
• 1 year experience with IGRT including Cone Beam CT
• 1 year experience with RayStation TPS and ARIA R&V (2D/3D Conformal, SRS, SRT, SBRT, IMRT/VMAT)
• 1 year IMRT QA experience (MapCheck I/II or equivalent)
• 1 year CT Simulator experience (TG-66)
• Experience with superficial X-ray machines

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday - Friday
• Regular hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Some after-hours work for calibrations and measurements
• Federal holidays off

KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are a veteran-owned small business committed to connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities serving those who served.

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