Medical Physicist

Medical Physicist - Roanoke, VA (#R10227).

Location: Roanoke, VA (Hybrid - Remote & On-Site as Needed).
Employment Type: Contract.
Hourly Rate: $165.00/hour.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a highly skilled Medical Physicist to provide specialized Veterinary Radiation Oncology Medical Physics Services that support safe, accurate, and effective delivery of radiation therapy. This role ensures regulatory compliance, supports quality assurance, and contributes to clinical, teaching, and research missions.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $165.00/hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • PTO.
  • Paid Sick Time.
  • 401 (k) matching 3% after 1 year of working.
  • Health insurance.
  • License reimbursement after 1 year.
  • Benefits from Paychex, such as Payactiv.
  • GLHS is a great company to work for: 93% retention of employees 2 years+, Google reviews, great company culture, etc.
• Work Schedule:
  • Hybrid role: primarily remote work with periodic on-site visits to Roanoke, VA as needed.
  • Flexible scheduling based on clinical caseload and requirements.
• Professional Growth: Pioneer veterinary radiation oncology physics.
• Impactful Work: Advance cancer treatment for animal patients.

Qualification:

• Required Qualifications:
  • Master’s or PhD in Medical Physics, Health Physics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience working with linear accelerators - preferably the Varian EDGE platform.
  • Proficiency with AAPM QA standards TG-142 and TG-51.
  • Experience in radiation oncology (veterinary or human).
  • Ability to perform both remote and on-site clinical and QA responsibilities.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Board certification (ABR/ABMP) in Medical Physics.
  • Experience with radiosurgery/SRS/SBRT programs.
  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections and documentation.
• Soft Skills: Analytical precision, remote collaboration, technical mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance Support:

• Collaborate with the Institutional Radiation Safety Officer to ensure compliance with Virginia State Regulatory Requirements, including:
  • Annual state inspection survey of LINAC and IGRT X-ray systems.
  • Preparation and submission of required regulatory documentation.

Clinical Physics Support:

• Provide physics support for approximately 150 veterinary radiation oncology cases per year, including:
• Review of treatment plans and QA charts prior to administration.
• Remote chart/imaging spot checks and ongoing treatment oversight.
• Availability for clinical dosimetry questions, machine troubleshooting, and general physics support.
• On-site support for new procedures or treatment techniques with prior notice.

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