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Pride Health

Medical Physicist

Pride Health, Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Job description: Pride Health is hiring for a

Medical Physicist

to support our clients medical facility based in

Atlanta, GA . This is a

travel contract

opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Details: Perform

calibration, quality assurance (QA), and performance testing

of linear accelerators (LINACs), simulators, brachytherapy units, and radiation measuring instruments. Conduct

patient-specific dose calculations and treatment plan verification

for IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS, and 3D conformal treatments. Participate in

treatment planning

by reviewing and approving dose distributions and ensuring prescribed dose accuracy. Oversee

brachytherapy planning and source calibration

(e.g., HDR, LDR). Develop and implement

radiation safety and quality control programs

in compliance with

AAPM, NRC, and state regulatory standards . Perform

commissioning, acceptance testing, and annual QA

for new radiation therapy and imaging equipment. Collaborate with

radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and therapists

to ensure optimal treatment accuracy and patient safety. Maintain and document

QA records, calibration data, and regulatory compliance reports . Provide

technical guidance and education

to residents, technologists, and radiation therapy staff on physics principles and safety protocols. Participate in

research and development projects , process improvement, and implementation of new technologies or techniques. Act as a

liaison with equipment vendors and service engineers

for maintenance and upgrades. Ensure

radiation protection

for patients, staff, and the public through periodic monitoring and audits.

Requirement: Minimum of 2 years of experience within the specialty. AHA BLS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of

radiation physics, dosimetry, and radiobiology . Expertise in

treatment planning systems

(e.g., Eclipse, RayStation, Monaco) and

record & verify systems

(e.g., ARIA, MOSAIQ). Knowledge of

quality assurance procedures

and

regulatory requirements

(AAPM TG reports, NRC, ACR, NCRP). Familiarity with

linear accelerators, brachytherapy, CT simulation, and image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) . Skills Proficient in

radiation dose calculation, plan evaluation, and verification . Strong

analytical and problem-solving

skills for troubleshooting equipment and plan discrepancies. Skilled in

QA tools, dosimetry software, and data analysis . Effective

communication and documentation

skills for clinical collaboration and reporting. Competent in

use of MATLAB, Python, or Excel VBA

for data processing and workflow automation (preferred). Abilities Ability to

work independently

while managing multiple QA and clinical responsibilities. Ability to

train and guide

junior staff, residents, and dosimetrists. Strong commitment to

accuracy, precision, and patient safety . Ability to

adapt to new technologies and techniques

in radiation oncology. Maintain composure and sound judgment in

high-stakes clinical environments .

Additional Information: Location: Atlanta, GA Job Type: 13 weeks- local contract or travel contract Schedule: 8hr Day Shift - 40 hours per week Pay Range/Salary Range: $4800/wk to $5000/wk

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.