Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Physicist
Location: Our organization
Department: Radiation Physics
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Salary Range: $218,945.00 - $265,705.00 annually
Salary Transparency: The stated salary range reflects the expected annual compensation for this role in New Jersey. The final salary offered will be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
Job Overview
An Academic Radiation Physicist plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality of care involving radiation sources and imaging equipment. This position also involves engaging in academic activities, supporting clinical research protocols, and participating in educational initiatives. The responsibilities of the Radiation Physicist will be guided by the Division Chief and local hospital leadership.
Qualifications
- Required:
- A Ph.D. or M.S. in medical physics, physics, or a related discipline is mandatory.
- The ideal candidate must be board certified or eligible, with proven clinical experience in an academic medical environment.
- Board-eligible candidates should be enrolled in or have completed a medical physics residency program.
- Experience ranging from 0 to 10 years post-residency in conventional radiotherapy, 3-D and IMRT treatment planning, and high and low dose rate brachytherapy is essential. Knowledge of Linac operations, various special procedures (both external beam and brachytherapy), and a strong commitment to patient care, education, and clinical research are required.
- Preferred:
- Preference will be given to candidates with clinical experience and those who have completed a CAMPEP accredited residency program.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are highly desirable.
Schedule Requirements
The primary work location will be RWJ Hamilton in Hamilton, NJ, with support needed at other RWJ facilities such as NBI, CMMC, JCMC, HAM, and SOM as required.
Essential Functions
- Oversee all aspects of radiation oncology physics responsibilities, including equipment calibration, clinical support, quality assurance for treatment delivery, compliance with radiation safety regulations, treatment planning, dosimetry planning, and quality assurance.
- Deliver radiation services with the utmost professionalism, adhering to established quality, safety, and efficiency benchmarks.
- Provide radiation services at various Robert Wood Johnson University Hospitals and RWJBH Medical Centers across New Jersey.
- Maintain productivity by actively participating in the Division's clinical workload, in line with productivity benchmarks set by leadership.
- Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and assist in enrolling patients in clinical trials.
- Engage in teaching activities for medical and physics residents, dosimetry and therapy students, and provide targeted lectures for attending physicians, supporting the educational mission of the organization.
- Participate in faculty, fellow, and staff recruitment efforts.
- Attend mandatory meetings as required by the organization and regulatory bodies.
- Engage in clinical research and fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.
Other Duties
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks, duties, or responsibilities associated with this position. Responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks
Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits and resources to support the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts through various partners
Why Choose Us?
We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our goal is to create and sustain healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.
We strive to make a meaningful impact in local communities throughout New Jersey, enhancing health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of residents and are dedicated to improving health through coordinated care and community programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer