Radiation Physicists Jobs

A Radiation Physicist in the radiology field is responsible for ensuring the accurate delivery of radiation to patients in radiation therapy. This involves calculating the proper dose of radiation, implementing and overseeing treatment plans, and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of radiation equipment. They also conduct research aimed at improving current radiation therapy techniques, and develop new protocols and equipment for radiation therapy. Radiation Physicists are essential in ensuring the quality control, safety measures, and regulatory compliance in the use of radiological imaging and therapeutic equipment.

Key skills for Radiation Physicists include strong mathematical abilities, analytical thinking, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving skills. They should also possess good communication skills as they frequently work in a team of health care professionals. Radiation Physicists should have a certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or equivalent certifying body. Prior to becoming a Radiation Physicist, individuals may have served in roles such as a Medical Physicist, a Radiologic Technologist, or a Radiation Therapy Technologist.

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Diagnostic Medical Physicist

  • Avon, OH
  • 20 hours ago
  • Avon, OH
  • 20 hours ago

radiography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, dental cone beam CT, and ultrasound....

Medical Physicist Oncology

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Details Department: Radiation Oncology Schedule: Weekdays 0800-1630. Occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Hospital: Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee Location: Milwaukee, WI Benefits Paid...

Medical Physicist

  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Details Department: Physics Amb 001 Schedule: Full time Day shift Hospital: Ascension Via Christi, St Francis Location: Wichita, Kansas Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance...

Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Assists with the preparation of special procedures, including radioactive implants, stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic body radiation therapy, total body and total skin irradiation....

Medical Physicist

  • Slidell, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 3 days ago

This job provides radiation physics support for treatment of patients with cancer of other diseases requiring radiation therapy....

Radiation Physicist

  • Danville, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Danville, PA
  • 15 days ago

Radiation Physicist Location: Danville, Pennsylvania Job Category: PhD, Diagnostic Services Schedule: Days Work Type: Full time Department: Radiation Oncology Division Date Posted: 02/26/2025 Job ID...

Radiation Physicist Masters

  • Dickson City, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Dickson City, PA
  • 15 days ago

Radiation Physicist Masters Location: Dickson City, Pennsylvania Job Category: Diagnostic Services Schedule: Days Work Type: Full time Department: Radiation Oncology Division Date Posted: 02/14/2025...

Travel Allied - Medical Physicist

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Medical Physicist Radiation Oncology Shift : Days / 7a-3p, 85, 40 hrs per week, no major holidays. May cover weekend work, depending on medical physics QA...

Travel Allied - Medical Physicist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 hours ago

Travel Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel. We`ll be your ticket to the travel job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and industry-best benefits. Shift: Days Length: 13 Start...

Certified Medical Physicist - El Paso, Texas - SIGN ON BONUS

  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Additionally, must be able to align treatment field and monitor patient during radiation therapy treatment....

Medical Physicist - Per Diem - 8-Hour Day Shift

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Provides technical assistance, consultation, development of improved techniques, and/or oversight of clinical treatment planning for patients undergoing radiation therapy....

The department includes five full-time pediatric radiation oncologists and supportive nursing, radiation therapy and child life specialist teams....

Radiation Physicist

  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • 2 days ago

Title: Radiation Physicist / Safety Officer Location: Laguna Hills, CA Department: Radiology Therapeutic Status: Full-time Shift: Days Pay Range*: $200k - $289k/annually MemorialCare is a nonprofit...

Clinical Imaging Physicists #RAD060 - 117907-3800

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

medicine physics....

Radiation Physicist

  • Adair, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Adair, IL
  • 2 days ago

Radiation Physicist Position Overview: MLR Healthcare is seeking an experienced Radiation Physicist to join our team....

Radiation Physicists Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Effects of Radiation: An Introduction to Radiation and Radioactivity
Learn from Hokkaido University in Japan about the detection, measurement, chemistry, and effects of radiation in industry, medicine, and society. There are many practical applications of radiation...
Atmospheric Radiation
This is an introduction to the physics of atmospheric radiation and remote sensing including use of computer codes. Subjects covered include: radiative transfer equation including emission and...
An Introduction to Radiation Oncology: From Diagnosis to Survivorship
Radiation therapy is one of the key treatments for cancer. On this course you will learn from healthcare experts about how it works, the various benefits, and myths surrounding radiation therapy....

Salary for Radiation Physicists Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Radiation Physicists positions.



Highest Education Level

Radiation Physicistss offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.4%
Doctorate Degree
23.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.0%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.9%
High School or GED
2.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Radiation Physicistss
None
32.8%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
1-2 years
16.9%
4-6 years
11.4%
6-8 years
7.8%
2-4 years
7.0%
10+ years
6.0%


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