Radiation Physicists Jobs

A Radiation Physicist in the radiology field is responsible for ensuring the accurate delivery of radiation to patients in radiation therapy. This involves calculating the proper dose of radiation, implementing and overseeing treatment plans, and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of radiation equipment. They also conduct research aimed at improving current radiation therapy techniques, and develop new protocols and equipment for radiation therapy. Radiation Physicists are essential in ensuring the quality control, safety measures, and regulatory compliance in the use of radiological imaging and therapeutic equipment.

Key skills for Radiation Physicists include strong mathematical abilities, analytical thinking, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving skills. They should also possess good communication skills as they frequently work in a team of health care professionals. Radiation Physicists should have a certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or equivalent certifying body. Prior to becoming a Radiation Physicist, individuals may have served in roles such as a Medical Physicist, a Radiologic Technologist, or a Radiation Therapy Technologist.

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Diagnostic Medical Physicist

  • Avon, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Avon, OH
  • 1 day ago

radiography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, dental cone beam CT, and ultrasound....

Medical Physicist Oncology

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Details Department: Radiation Oncology Schedule: Weekdays 0800-1630. Occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. Hospital: Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee Location: Milwaukee, WI Benefits Paid...

Travel Allied-Radiology Technologist, Medical Physicist

  • Medford, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 1 day ago

Medical Physicist - Radiology If you are passionate about advancing diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy, join us as a Medical Physicist....

Medical Physicist

  • Wichita, KS
  • 19 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 19 days ago

Details Department: Physics Amb 001 Schedule: Full time Day shift Hospital: Ascension Via Christi, St Francis Location: Wichita, Kansas Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance...

Medical Physicist

  • Slidell, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 8 days ago

This job provides radiation physics support for treatment of patients with cancer of other diseases requiring radiation therapy....

Medical Physicist - Radiation Oncology

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Assists with the preparation of special procedures, including radioactive implants, stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic body radiation therapy, total body and total skin irradiation....

Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Sioux Falls

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Senior Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Sioux Falls

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 days ago

For a physicist in diagnostic radiology, acceptable certifications are: the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Physics, Diagnostic Medical Physics, or Diagnostic Radiologic Physics, American...

Radiation Physicist

  • Danville, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Danville, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Radiation Physicist Location: Danville, Pennsylvania Job Category: PhD, Diagnostic Services Schedule: Days Work Type: Full time Department: Radiation Oncology Division Date Posted: 02/26/2025 Job ID...

Radiation Physicist Masters

  • Dickson City, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dickson City, PA
  • 15 hours ago

Radiation Physicist Masters Location: Dickson City, Pennsylvania Job Category: Diagnostic Services Schedule: Days Work Type: Full time Department: Radiation Oncology Division Date Posted: 02/14/2025...

Radiation Physicist

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 hours ago

therapy....

Medical Physicist Resident Radiation Oncology

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 18 hours ago

Provides support and assistance in delivery of all radiation therapy treatments, including advanced specialized therapies. Assists in or performs computer treatment planning as needed....

Medical Physicist

  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago

The Radiation Therapy Department utilizes Elekta and Varian linear accelerators, along with support systems such as Mosaiq, ARIA, and Brainlab....

Medical Physicist Imaging

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: Diagnostic Radiology board certification issued by the American Osteopathic Association or the American Board of Radiology....

Medical Physicist Therapy Resident

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and...

Radiation Physicists Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireRadiology curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Effects of Radiation: An Introduction to Radiation and Radioactivity
Learn from Hokkaido University in Japan about the detection, measurement, chemistry, and effects of radiation in industry, medicine, and society. There are many practical applications of radiation...
Atmospheric Radiation
This is an introduction to the physics of atmospheric radiation and remote sensing including use of computer codes. Subjects covered include: radiative transfer equation including emission and...
An Introduction to Radiation Oncology: From Diagnosis to Survivorship
Radiation therapy is one of the key treatments for cancer. On this course you will learn from healthcare experts about how it works, the various benefits, and myths surrounding radiation therapy....

Salary for Radiation Physicists Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Radiation Physicists positions.



Highest Education Level

Radiation Physicistss offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.4%
Doctorate Degree
23.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.0%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.9%
High School or GED
2.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Radiation Physicistss
None
32.8%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
1-2 years
16.9%
4-6 years
11.4%
6-8 years
7.8%
2-4 years
7.0%
10+ years
6.0%


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