Radiation Physicists Jobs in New York

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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Medical Physicist

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Required Experience: 1+ years' experience in therapeutic radiation therapy Master's degree in physics, biophysics or medical physics with specialization in radiation physics. PhD preferred....

Faculty Medical Physicist

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

The available positions offer a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to the quality of radiation therapy services at a leading medical institution and influence patient care while advancing...

Medical Physicist Radiation Oncology

  • Johnson City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, NY
  • 3 days ago

In this role, you will work with state-of-the-art technology and advanced treatment techniques to ensure precise, safe, and effective radiation therapy for our patients....

Clinical Medical Physicist

  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 days ago

University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Medicine and Dentistry: Radiation Oncology **Salary Range or Pay Grade** 32,240.00 - 500,000.00...

Medical Physicist III

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Certification by the American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) Education and Experience Ph.D. and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience in a radiation therapy clinical setting....

Medical Physicist

  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago

This includes complex treatment planning, patient positioning, radiation protection, machine, and patient-specific quality assurance in close collaboration with Physicians, Therapists, and Dosimetrists...

IACUC and RITN) and reviews IRB and IACUC protocols. 13.Oversees the audit of Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology/ PE.T suite areas. 14.Oversees the development of RSO management software (HPA). 15....

Physicist Radiation Oncology Full Time - Days

  • New York, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 days ago

NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital is seeking a Therapy Medical Physicist to join our Radiation Oncology Department in a hybrid role. Supported by Weill Cornell Medicine, our...

Medical Physicist - (Per Diem)

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 23 days ago

Development and implementation of new Radiation Therapy procedures, techniques and instrumentation. Education activities....

Medical Physicist - (Per Diem) Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 23 days ago

Development and implementation of new Radiation Therapy procedures, techniques and instrumentation. Education activities....

Senior Physicist - Radiation Oncology

  • Rochester, NY
  • 29 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 29 days ago

Supports Lead Physicist to oversee all related technical functions including but not limited to quality assurance and calibration of radiation therapy equipment e.g. linear accelerators, simulators,...

Medical Physicist

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

of all radiation therapy treatment units....

Junior Physicist - Radiation Safety - Mount Sinai Hospital - Full-Time

  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Audits the clinical radiation sites, including Nuclear Medicine and Nuclear Cardiology. Assists in maintaining records in the Radiation Safety Office for regulatory reviews....

Physicist - Radiation Safety - Mount Sinai Hospital - Full-Time

  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Oversees the audit of Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology/ PE.T suite areas. Oversees the development of RSO management software (HPA). Updates the RSO website....

with Brainlab ExacTrac System AlignRT Two Siemens Go.Sim CT simulators with Varian RGSC system Elekta Microselectron HDR remote Afterloader with Oncentra Brachy planning Eclipse V15.6/V16.1 ARIA V16 Mosaiq...

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Radiation Physicists Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Effects of Radiation: An Introduction to Radiation and Radioactivity
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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....
Principles of Radiation Interactions
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Salary for Radiation Physicists Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Radiation Physicists positions.



Highest Education Level

Radiation Physicistss in New York offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.6%
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 in New York
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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