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We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Chief Physicist to provide administrative and clinical oversight of physics and dosimetry services across a multi-site cancer center network. Reporting under the operational direction of Radiation Oncology Directors/Hospital Administration and programmatic guidance of the System Radiation Oncology Medical Director, this leader will be responsible for staffing, training, standardization, QA, technology evaluation, and collaboration with academic/research partners.
The Chief Physicist will play a pivotal role in shaping protocols, ensuring compliance, advancing radiation oncology innovation, and mentoring the next of physicists and dosimetrists.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Administration
Develop and deploy
standard operating procedures, QA programs, and protocols
for physics and dosimetry services across the metro cancer centers.
Oversee staffing, cross-training, and competency development for physicists and dosimetrists.
Lead peer review, training, and performance improvement initiatives.
Clinical & Technical Oversight
Evaluate, commission, and implement
new technology
for radiation oncology services.
Support IT integration of
Aria/Eclipse/Epic platforms
for optimized clinical workflows.
Coordinate support for complex procedures including
IORT, TBI, CyberKnife , and advanced stereotactic treatments.
Provide physics expertise for radiation safety programs in collaboration with the System Radiation Safety Officer.
Collaboration & Research
Partner with the System Medical Director and oncologists to design
evidence-based treatment protocols .
Support
clinical trials
and
research initiatives
via the Cancer Center Clinical Trials Committee.
Develop and expand collaborations with
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) , including peer review programs, training, standardized protocols, and programs.
Participate in Graduate Medical Education (GME) initiatives for radiology education in radiation oncology.
Strategic Development
Lead long-term planning for
system-wide physics and dosimetry initiatives .
Ensure all services align with regulatory standards (state, federal, accrediting agencies).
Required Qualifications Education & Certification
Master’s Degree in Medical Physics (PhD ).
ABR or ACMP certification required.
BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
Experience
Minimum
5 years of progressive experience
in hospital-based radiation oncology.
Prior experience as a
Chief Physicist or senior leadership in medical physics .
Skills
Advanced computer literacy.
Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with proven ability to manage multi-site clinical programs.
Employment Details
Job Type:
Full-time, Exempt
Exceptional Benefits Package
Competitive executive-level salary
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development support
Relocation assistance (as applicable)
Work Location In person
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The Chief Physicist will play a pivotal role in shaping protocols, ensuring compliance, advancing radiation oncology innovation, and mentoring the next of physicists and dosimetrists.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Administration
Develop and deploy
standard operating procedures, QA programs, and protocols
for physics and dosimetry services across the metro cancer centers.
Oversee staffing, cross-training, and competency development for physicists and dosimetrists.
Lead peer review, training, and performance improvement initiatives.
Clinical & Technical Oversight
Evaluate, commission, and implement
new technology
for radiation oncology services.
Support IT integration of
Aria/Eclipse/Epic platforms
for optimized clinical workflows.
Coordinate support for complex procedures including
IORT, TBI, CyberKnife , and advanced stereotactic treatments.
Provide physics expertise for radiation safety programs in collaboration with the System Radiation Safety Officer.
Collaboration & Research
Partner with the System Medical Director and oncologists to design
evidence-based treatment protocols .
Support
clinical trials
and
research initiatives
via the Cancer Center Clinical Trials Committee.
Develop and expand collaborations with
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) , including peer review programs, training, standardized protocols, and programs.
Participate in Graduate Medical Education (GME) initiatives for radiology education in radiation oncology.
Strategic Development
Lead long-term planning for
system-wide physics and dosimetry initiatives .
Ensure all services align with regulatory standards (state, federal, accrediting agencies).
Required Qualifications Education & Certification
Master’s Degree in Medical Physics (PhD ).
ABR or ACMP certification required.
BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
Experience
Minimum
5 years of progressive experience
in hospital-based radiation oncology.
Prior experience as a
Chief Physicist or senior leadership in medical physics .
Skills
Advanced computer literacy.
Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with proven ability to manage multi-site clinical programs.
Employment Details
Job Type:
Full-time, Exempt
Exceptional Benefits Package
Competitive executive-level salary
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development support
Relocation assistance (as applicable)
Work Location In person
#J-18808-Ljbffr