Physicist (Hiring Immediately)

Job Title: Physicist
Location: Community Medical Center
Department: Radiation Oncology
Req#: 0000197123 Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $218,941.00 - $265,699.00 Annual
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The Physicist is responsible for technical aspects of the quality control program in the Radiation Oncology Dept., including equipment calibration and commissioning. Ensures that the dose prescription is accurately delivered to the defined patient site.
Qualifications:
Required:
M.S. or Ph.D. in Radiation Science, Health Physics, Physics or equivalent
Two years of experience in a clinical Radiation Therapy Department
Eligible for ABR certification in related Medical physics specialty
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift
Full Time
Essential Functions:
Assists Chief Physicist in meeting the NJ State and NRC regulations for patient treatment and safety
Assists Dosimetrists in performing all treatment planning and calculations as well as performing these same procedures
Assists in yearly and monthly calibrations of Linear Accelerators as assigned by the Chief Physicist
Plans HDR brachytherapy cases; performs HDR calibrations, delivers HDR treatment with physician authorized users
Verifies all treatment parameters are entered in the patient chart and the correctness of them in R/V system
Works in close contact with the Chief physicist, Dosimetrists, and physicians in solving treatment problems
Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.