Lead Physicist Newport News, Virginia 27211

Position: Clinical Medical Physicist
Location: Newport News Virginia USA
Employment Type: Permanent

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Clinical Medical Physicist to join a collegial team of physicists in Newport News VA. This role involves planning QA and direct supervision of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) SBRT and Gamma Knife treatments as well as collaboration with neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists. The ideal candidate has a strong background in clinical radiation therapy physics with applied experience in quality assurance and advanced treatment planning systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct physics consultation with attending physicians

• Design treatment plans for stereotactic programs

• Perform patient-specific QA

• Direct supervision of all SRS / SBRT simulations and treatments

• Coordinate with neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists on imaging and planning goals

• Perform quality control activities for equipment maintenance and calibration

• Ensure adherence to standards regulations and company policies

• Utilize Eclipse ARIA Mosaiq Varian EDGE Linear Accelerators Siemens simulation/imaging equipment and Gamma Knife radiosurgery components

• Provide routine therapy physics services and problem-solve complex patient-specific situations

Technology & Equipment Profile:

• Varian Edge linear accelerator with 6DoF couch

• Elekta Gamma Knife Icon (upgrade pending to Esprit)

• Advanced on-board imaging

• Eclipse 16.0 Treatment Planning with RadFormations Clear Check & Clear Calc

• Siemens CT Simulator

• ARIA Mosaiq Epic EMR

• Sun Nuclear QA Equipment

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 5 years applied clinical radiation therapy physics experience

• ABR Certified (American Board of Radiology) or ABMP in Therapeutic Radiological Physics

• Experience in SRS / SBRT and Gamma Knife radiosurgery

• Strong quality assurance skills

• Knowledgeable in state federal and professional regulations

• Excellent communication organization and problem-solving abilities

• Attention to detail and ownership of daily tasks and projects

Benefits:

• Full health dental and disability insurance

• 401(k) with profit sharing

• Generous signing bonus based on experience