Medical Physicist
Job Location:
Lexington, KY - USA
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Job Summary
Summary
Job Description:
Full Time First Shift
The Radiation Therapy Department delivers advanced radiation treatment as part of comprehensive cancer care. The department works collaboratively with oncology physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide safe precise and effective radiation therapy while prioritizing patient-centered care quality outcomes and compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
The Medical Physicist is a key member of the Radiation Oncology team providing clinical physics expertise to support safe accurate and effective radiation therapy treatment. This role focuses on treatment planning quality assurance equipment calibration and regulatory compliance while supporting clinical operations and process improvement initiatives.
Ensure safe and accurate operation of radiation therapy equipment and treatment planning systems
Develop implement and oversee quality control and quality assurance programs
Perform daily weekly and annual equipment calibration and dosimetry checks
Design and verify radiation treatment plans in collaboration with Radiation Oncologists
Perform treatment plan calculations chart checks and final physics reviews
Support installation testing and maintenance of radiation therapy equipment
Oversee radioactive source handling storage and compliance
Participate in clinical research quality improvement and continuing education
Provide education and support to staff students and residents
Maintain regulatory compliance and promote patient and staff safety
Masters or Doctorate degree in Medical Physics or related field
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics or Radiological Physics (ABR)
No prior experience required (Radiation Oncology experience preferred)
Strong analytical technical and problem-solving skills
Clinical role non-patient-facing
No supervisory responsibilities
Health Dental Vision and Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Identity Theft Protection
Tuition Reimbursement up to $6000 annually
Company-paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Paid Time Off available upon hire
Bereavement Leave (including pets)
PTO Sell Back Program
Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
Employee Support Fund for emergency financial assistance
Retirement Plan with Company Match
Work Experience
Education
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Baptist Health, Kentucky and Southern Indiana's preferred healthcare provider, is improving access to healthcare and enhancing the health of the region.
