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Northwell Health

Senior Radiation Physicist

Lake Success, NY

Job Description


Plans and carries out a program of development regarding computing and mathematical modeling pertinent to the department. Assists in maintaining proper calibration of equipment. Provides guidance and direction to Physicists.


Job Responsibility


  • Verifies computer calculations for radiotherapy through the design of radiation and other measurements.

  • Analyzes and documents radiation measurements.

  • Plans, directs and evaluates the implementation of radiation therapy techniques in consultation with physicians.

  • Participates in the research and development of new therapy modalities.

  • Responsible for the implementation of the Quality Assurance program and ensures compliance with regulations of all governing agencies.

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  • Monitors the maintenance and calibration program for equipment in radiotherapy department and the satellite facility.

  • Calibrates radioactive sources and linear accelerators according to established protocols.

  • Provides technical guidance and direction to staff.

  • Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

  • Job Qualification


    • Master's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

    • Current license and certification to practice as a Medical Physicist in NYS, required. License and certification must be in specialty area appropriate to area of assignment .Plus specialized certifications as needed.

    • 3-5 years of relevant experience, required.

    • Experience with Radiation Physics and MRI Physics preferred.


    Shift Details: Monday -Friday; an option of either 9am-5pm, 8am-4pm or 7am-3pm hours with a hybrid work schedule!


    • *Additional Salary Detail
      The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

    Client-provided location(s): Lake Success, NY, USA
    Job ID: Northwell-19203161
    Employment Type: Full Time