Overview: Arizona Oncology is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a full-time, team-oriented Medical Physicist to join our regional group of five radiation oncology centers located in Tucson, Arizona!
This position will primarily be based at the St Joseph's location on Carondelet Drive with the ability to travel to other Tucson locations as needed.
Sign on bonus and relocation bonus available.
The St Joseph's center is a busy practice that provides a wide range of radiation therapy procedures including SRS and SBRT. Equipment in use at this location includes a Varian Novalis Tx with BrainLab's ExacTrac couch. Aria R&V, Eclipse and BrainLab TPS. The center has 1.5 Radiation Oncologist and 2 Radiation Therapists along with the nursing and clerical staff with dosimetry being performed remotely. The Arizona Oncology Tucson pod consists of 5 radiation oncology centers supported by a total of 5 Medical Physicists and 6 Radiation Oncologists. While each center is operationally independent, the physics staff collaborate on special projects and assist each other as needed. In addition to external beam therapy (3D, IMRT and VMAT), there are active SBRT programs at 5 centers, HDR program at the nearby center. As an integral part of Arizona Oncology, you will appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with other network physicists who are eager to share their expertise. Arizona Oncology also provides many vendor webinars, USON wide journal club and the opportunity to serve on many physics committees.
Why work for Arizona Oncology?
At Arizona Oncology, we are proud to be an ASTRO - Apex accredited practice. Our physicists enjoy a flexible schedule and can work remotely at times. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
Come join our growing organization and enjoy knowing that you work for an organization dedicated to making the lives of others better! Responsibilities: Responsibilities
Job responsibilities will include all aspects of radiation oncology physics, quality assurance, treatment planning, radiation safety and research. While this position is primarily at the St. Joseph's location, the successful candidate will also provide coverage and collaborate with staff at all Tucson locations.
The ideal candidate will have:
ABR board certification, or equivalent
Strong organizational and oral / written communication skills
Working knowledge of SRS and SBRT planning and treatment procedures preferred
Experience with Varian linear accelerators
Experience with Eclipse Treatment planning
Experience with Aria
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
MS or PhD degree in Medical Physics from a CAMPEP-accredited graduate program
Graduation from a CAMPEP-accredited Medical Physics residency program
ABR certified or eligible
RAM license eligibility
What You Bring to the Team:
Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
The safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. Masks are required in all Arizona Oncology facilities regardless of vaccination status. Candidates who accept employment including current employees who are applying for internal positions, are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination prior to their start date. Religious and medical exemptions are available to those who meet the criteria.
