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Talent Staffing and Recruiting lists this Medical Physicist - Oncology opportunity in coos bay, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical Physicist - Oncology (Radiation Therapy) | Full-Time (Day Shift)
Location: Oregon
Schedule: Full-time | 80 hours per pay period | Day Shift
Language: English
Department: Cancer Center
Salary Range: $159,360 - $265,599 USD (DOE; top of range aligned to significant experience)
Lead the physics program behind high-quality, safe radiation therapy
We're partnering with a respected healthcare organization in Oregon to hire a Medical Physicist (Oncology) for a full-time, day-shift position. This is an exciting opportunity for a physicist who wants meaningful ownership over equipment performance, quality systems, and patient safety—while collaborating closely with Radiation Oncology, therapy teams, and leadership.
New grads with ~2 years of experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
What you'll do
In this role, you'll support safe, accurate radiation delivery and help maintain the department's technical excellence by:
Operating and maintaining therapeutic equipment and supporting overall equipment performance
Leading or supporting linear accelerator calibration , routine maintenance, and quality assurance (QA)
Supporting treatment workflows, including daily linac treatments , daily QA, and treatment planning (including 3D and IMRT )
Participating in simulation and low-dose-rate (LDR) brachytherapy support, as applicable
Serving as a key technical advisor to the Radiation Safety Officer ; preference for candidates who can also assume Radiation Safety Officer responsibilities (dual-role)
What we're looking for
Technical and professional strengths
Strong clinical Radiation Oncology foundation and comfort with fast-moving clinical environments
Demonstrated ability in linac calibration and QA activities
Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and prioritization skills
Strong mathematical/computer background; confident with software tools and clinical interfaces
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating across departments
Exercises strong judgment and critical thinking; maintains reliable attendance
Required education & board certification
Master's or PhD in Medical Physics or related field
Board certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics via ABR or certification through the American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) in Radiation Oncology Physics
Experience
Preferred: ~5 years as a staff medical physicist with demonstrated Radiation Oncology experience
Also welcome: early-career candidates (including new grads with ~2 years experience)
Maintains certification with ABR and/or ABMP (as applicable)
Active membership in AAPM preferred/expected per client standards
Physical/role requirements
Extensive sitting with periodic standing/walking
May lift up to 20 lbs
Significant use of computer/phone/office equipment
Adequate visual acuity; ability to grasp/handle objects
Clear communication skills (reading, writing, speaking in person/by phone)
May require occasional off-site travel
Additional details
Union affiliation: None
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits
Medical insurance - choice of Premium, Basic, or High-Deductible plan (HDHP includes an HSA with a $167/month employer contribution), plus prescription coverage
Open-access dental and vision plans
Retirement: 401(a) plan with 4% employer contribution plus up to an additional 2% employer match (position-dependent); 457 deferred-compensation and Roth options; 403(b) accounts
Paid time off up to 25 days a year, plus sick leave, bereavement, and jury-duty pay
Employer-paid basic life ($35,000) and AD&D ($35,000); short- and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement plus an employer-sponsored family scholarship program
Flexible spending options including dependent/elder care
24/7 Teladoc telehealth, 24/7 on-site fitness center, Employee Assistance Program, and peer-support program
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Worksite address
coos bay, OR, 97420, US
Who can apply
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