Radiation Physicists Jobs in Georgia

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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Associate Physicist - Radiation Oncology - North Fulton

  • Roswell, GA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Roswell, GA
  • 17 hours ago

Educates personnel in radiation protection practices. Shares responsibility for brachytherapy source inventories, surveys, leak tests....

Medical Physicist

  • Thomasville, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Thomasville, GA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Thomasville, GA Salary: $60.00 USD Hourly - $70.00 USD Hourly Description: Our client is looking for a Medical Physicist to join their team! Job Title: Physicist Location: Thomasville,...

Travel Medical Physicist

  • Suwanee, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA
  • 8 days ago

images Supervision of calibration, preventive maintenance, repair of equipment to facilitate the production of images of optimum quality while minimizing radiation doses to patients Requirements: MS...

Medical Physicist - (Medical Physics - Med-Phys)

  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 10 days ago

Requirements Medical Physicist - (Medical Physics - Med-Phys) StartDate: 3/17/2025 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $6202.00 - $7145.00 Medical Physicist needed asap for 13 weeks Covid vaccine...

Medical Physicist

  • Stone Mountain, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Stone Mountain, GA
  • 18 days ago

Job Description THIS IS A RADIATION PHYSICIST OPPORTUNITY ONLY!...

13 Week Medical Physicist Locum Opportunity in Forsyth, GA

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 24 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 24 days ago

Medical Physicist Locum Opportunity Forsyth, GA | March Start We are currently seeking an experienced Medical Physicist for a 13-week locum assignment in Forsyth, GA, with a mid-March start. This...

Medical Physicist

  • Cumming, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Cumming, GA
  • 25 days ago

Alegiant Healthcare is seeking a Medical Physicist for immediate hire in Cumming, GA. $6,006 gross weekly pay including hourly taxable and tax-free stipends. 3/3/2025 target start date. 8-hour...

Medical Physicist - Oncology Services - Full Time

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 29 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 29 days ago

Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job...

Medical Physicist

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more...

Medical Physicist

  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • 45+ days ago

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED\: Three years of clinical experience in a radiation therapy department or completion of a CAMPEP approved residency program....

Medical Physicist

  • Snellville, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Snellville, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia (a part of the US Oncology network) has an opening for a self-motivated Medical Physicist to operate out of our Snellville Georgia location. We are seeking...

Clinical Nuclear Medicine Physicist

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 90+ days ago

The Department operates several nuclear medicine imaging systems across the metro Atlanta area....

Medical Physicist - PRN

  • Dalton, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 90+ days ago

to radiation oncologists, treatment plan QA, physics support for a variety of radiation treatment techniques including Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy, Stereotactic...

Medical Physicist - NEW Location

  • Jasper, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jasper, GA
  • 90+ days ago

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Three years of clinical experience in a radiation therapy department or completion of a CAMPEP approved residency program....

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Radiation Physicists Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Effects of Radiation: An Introduction to Radiation and Radioactivity
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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 in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Radiation Physicists positions.



Highest Education Level

Radiation Physicistss in Georgia 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 in Georgia
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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