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Chief Physicist

Chief Physicist

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCareTallahassee
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community.

TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only :

  • Level II Trauma Center
  • Primary Stroke Center
  • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Pediatric Intensive Care
  • The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle.

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare is seeking a motivated Clinical Medical Physicist to join our dynamic radiation oncology team. This full-time position is based in a progressive department that embraces advanced technologies and collaborative, patient-centered care. We are seeking an individual with a modern skillset and excellent communication skills that will thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Our facility is equipped with a Varian ecosystem, including three linear accelerators, Bravos HDR, Eclipse and Elements TPS with Radformation products, and a comprehensive set Sun Nuclear QA equipment. You’ll join a supportive team of 4 physicists, 5 dosimetrists (plus 1 student), and 3 radiation oncologists working together to deliver cutting-edge treatments with compassion and precision. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible hybrid work options for appropriate clinical responsibilities.

Clinical Equipment & Software

  • Linear Accelerators : Varian TrueBeam with Identify, Edge with ExacTrac Dynamic, and Novalis Tx (to be replaced by Ethos) all with Portal Dosimetry
  • Brachytherapy : Varian Bravos HDR
  • Treatment Planning : Eclipse (including RapidPlan, MCO, HyperArc) with Radformation tools (ClearCheck, AutoContour, ClearCalc, and Brainlab Elements
  • QA Tools : Portal Dosimetry and Sun Nuclear (SunCHECK with IC Profiler, ArcCHECK, SRS MapCHECK Daily QA, 1D / 3D scanners,
  • Oncology Information System : Aria and Epic
  • Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical physics support for external beam and brachytherapy services, including SBRT, SRS, and gynecologic HDR
  • Perform and document quality assurance for linacs, HDR, and imaging systems in accordance with AAPM guidelines (., TG-51, MPPG ,
  • Collaborate with dosimetrists and oncologists to support treatment planning and delivery workflows
  • Conduct weekly chart reviews, initial plan checks, and end-of-treatment reviews
  • Support commissioning, protocol development, and process improvement project
  • Qualifications

  • S. or . in Medical Physics or closely related field
  • Must possess and maintain current State of Florida Therapeutic Radiological Physicist License
  • ABR board certification in Therapeutic Medical Physics (or Board Eligible)
  • Prior clinical experience in a modern Varian environment preferred
  • Expertise with Aria, Eclipse and TrueBeam platform is highly desirable
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  • WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

    Clinical Equipment & Software :

  • Linear Accelerators : Varian TrueBeam with Identify, Edge with ExacTrac Dynamic, and Novalis Tx (to be replaced by Ethos)
  • Brachytherapy : Varian Bravos HDR
  • Treatment Planning : Eclipse (with RapidPlan, MCO, HyperArc) and Brainlab Elements, supported by Radformation tools (AutoContour, EZFluence, ClearCheck, ClearCalc) and Velocity
  • Oncology Information System : Aria and Epic
  • Responsibilities :

  • Generate high-quality, efficient treatment plans for a wide range of techniques including 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, and SRS
  • Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, and therapists to support optimal treatment delivery
  • Contribute to clinical protocol development, process improvement, and peer review activities
  • Support student dosimetrists and therapists, and promote a learning-friendly environment
  • Qualifications :

  • Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited dosimetry program or equivalent clinical experience
  • Certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) required (or eligibility within 12 months)
  • Prior experience in a Varian-based clinical environment preferred
  • Proficiency with Eclipse, Aria, and Radformation tools highly desirable
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  • Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential / license verification.

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