Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Methodist

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Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Methodist

Peoria, Arizona
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Carle Health offers comprehensive radiation oncology services, supporting cancer treatment with advanced equipment. The Physicist role involves compliance, safety, policy development, and collaboration with clinical teams. Opportunities include leadership, education, and project involvement.

Requirements

  • Certified Therapeutic Radiologic Physics (ABR)
  • Experience in clinical medical physics
  • Support radiation safety requirements
  • Knowledge of equipment calibration

Qualifications

  • Master’s or PhD in Physics
  • Strong teamwork skills
  • Ability to develop policies
  • Reside within 50 miles or willing to relocate

Full job description

Carle Health is seeking a full-time, Radiation Oncology physicist to join our team in Peoria, Illinois.

Provides comprehensive medical physics support for radiation oncology services, including

external beam radiation therapy, brachytherapy, SRS, and SBRT Ensures compliance with

local, state, and federal regulatory requirements

, including IEMA, NRC, ACR, and

DNV Oversees equipment acceptance testing, commissioning, calibration, and ongoing quality assurance Develops, implements, and maintains departmental physics policies, procedures, and QA programs Serves as

Department Radiation Safety Officer Provides leadership in radiation safety, shielding requirements, and radioactive material inventory management Collaborates with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and therapists to ensure optimal treatment planning and delivery Participates in departmental quality improvement initiatives, radiation safety meetings, and strategic planning Assists with education, orientation, and technical instruction for staff and students Opportunities to support innovation, clinical projects, and program development within radiation oncology Sign-on bonus available Relocation assistance available

for candidates with 1+ year of experience and residing more than 50 miles away Partial remote work may be considered

for candidates within driving distance of Peoria

Master’s degree

or PhD

in

Physics

or a related field Certified Specialist in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics (ABR) – required Experience in medical physics or a related clinical setting preferred

About Our Community Located in the Heart of Illinois, Peoria is a vibrant River City full of art, entertainment, sports, history and more! Explore the great outdoors through the Peoria Park District, the largest and oldest park district in Illinois, or take a trip up Grandview Drive to experience the “world’s most beautiful drive.” (At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
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