Lead Medical Physicist – Newport News, VA
Job Type: Permanent
Compensation: Based on experience (please indicate expected hourly rate or base salary)
About the Role
We are seeking a Lead Medical Physicist to join a highly skilled and collaborative radiation oncology team in Newport News, Virginia. This position involves direct patient care support, stereotactic program oversight, QA procedures, and leadership of advanced radiation therapy technologies. The ideal candidate is ABR-certified (or board-eligible) with at least 5 years of diverse clinical experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate directly with radiation oncologists and neurosurgeons to design treatment plans for SRS/SBRT and Gamma Knife patients
- Perform patient-specific QA and supervise SRS/SBRT simulations and treatment delivery
- Provide direct physics consultation and support in complex clinical cases
- Coordinate and perform quality control for equipment calibration, imaging systems, and treatment planning software
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies
- Perform QA and validation on Varian EDGE linacs, Elekta Gamma Knife systems, Eclipse, ARIA, Mosaiq, and Siemens simulation equipment
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and provide leadership in advanced treatment technologies
Technology Environment
- Varian Edge linac with 6DoF couch
- Elekta Gamma Knife Icon (upgrade to Esprit pending)
- Eclipse 16.0 TPS with ClearCheck and ClearCalc
- Siemens CT simulator, ARIA, Mosaiq, Epic EMR
- QA Tools: Sun Nuclear QA systems
Required Qualifications
- ABR Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics (or Part 2 completed, in progress)
- 5+ years of clinical radiation therapy physics experience, including QA and SRS/SBRT
- Proficiency in stereotactic radiosurgery techniques, including Gamma Knife
- Strong understanding of federal/state regulations, safety protocols, and equipment calibration
- Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Elekta Gamma Knife Icon or Esprit
- Proven leadership in clinical settings and mentoring of junior physicists
- Familiarity with Eclipse, Mosaiq, ARIA, and Siemens imaging systems
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with profit sharing
- Generous signing bonus based on experience
- Paid time off and continuing education support
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder?
Yes
No
- Are you ABR certified in Therapeutic Radiological Physics?
Yes
No
In progress (Part 2 completed)
- How many years of experience do you have with clinical quality assurance in medical physics?
Less than 5 years
5+ years
- Do you have experience with Elekta Gamma Knife Icon systems?
Yes
No
- How many years of experience do you have in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS)?
Less than 3 years
3–5 years
5–8 years
More than 8 years
- What is your level of experience with Gamma Knife SRS?
No experience
Basic knowledge only
Moderate experience (1–4 years)
Extensive experience (5+ years)
- Which Elekta systems have you worked with?
Elekta Gamma Knife Icon only
Elekta Gamma Knife Esprit only
Both Icon and Esprit
Neither
- Do you have any current offers in hand? If yes, please mention the location.
Are you currently interviewing elsewhere? If comfortable, please provide brief details.
- Mention your regular email and contact number.
- What is your expected hourly rate or annual base salary for this position?
- Are you currently located near Irvine, CA? If not, what is your relocation plan and timeline?
Work Location: On the road
