Therapeutic Medical Physicist

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential need for a Therapeutic Medical Physicist

Job Title: Board-Certified Therapeutic Medical Physicist

Location: Department of Veterans Affairs - El Paso, Texas

Position Type: Full-time

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Board-Certified Chief Therapeutic Medical Physicist (CTMP) to join our Radiation Oncology team at the VA facility. The CTMP will play a critical role in overseeing all aspects of the Radiation Oncology Physics Program, ensuring the highest standards in patient care, safety, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise all physics and dosimetry operations, ensuring a consistent and high-quality Radiation Oncology Physics Program.
• Provide quarterly Quality Assurance (QA) reports for the Quality Assurance Committee and Radiation Safety Committee.
• Conduct and document equipment-related quality assurance, including TLD and credentialing measurements for independent third-party analysis.
• Perform shielding surveys and submit reports as required by the National VA Health Physics Program (NHPP).
• Ensure that all licenses for linear accelerator equipment and software applications are current.
• Develop, implement, and periodically review policies and procedures for Quality Management Program (QMP) related to radiotherapy equipment.
• Oversee the technical activities of physicists, dosimetrists, and other team members, ensuring effective communication and continuity in medical physics operations.
• Implement new techniques or procedures in the facility by conducting literature reviews, developing standard procedures, and training staff.
• Report and manage adverse events through the Radiotherapy Incident Reporting & Analysis System (RIRAS).

Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Must be Board Certified in Medical Physics or Therapeutic Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
• Licensure: Maintain licensure with the Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicists (if applicable).
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years experience
• Education: Ph.D. in Medical Physics or related field.
• Strong expertise in radiation therapy equipment, quality assurance processes, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Company Overview:

At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.

EOE/Disabled/Veterans