Position Summary

 

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Chief Physicist to provide administrative and clinical oversight of physics and dosimetry services across a multi-site cancer center network. Reporting under the operational direction of Radiation Oncology Directors/Hospital Administration and programmatic guidance of the System Radiation Oncology Medical Director, this leader will be responsible for staffing, training, standardization, QA, technology evaluation, and collaboration with academic/research partners.

 

The Chief Physicist will play a pivotal role in shaping protocols, ensuring compliance, advancing radiation oncology innovation, and mentoring the next generation of physicists and dosimetrists.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Leadership & Administration

• Develop and deploy standard operating procedures, QA programs, and protocols for physics and dosimetry services across the metro cancer centers.

• Oversee staffing, orientation, cross-training, and competency development for physicists and dosimetrists.

• Lead peer review, training, and performance improvement initiatives.

 

Clinical & Technical Oversight

• Evaluate, commission, and implement new technology for radiation oncology services.

• Support IT integration of Aria/Eclipse/Epic platforms for optimized clinical workflows.

• Coordinate support for complex procedures including IORT, TBI, CyberKnife®, and advanced stereotactic treatments.

• Provide physics expertise for radiation safety programs in collaboration with the System Radiation Safety Officer.

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Collaboration & Research

• Partner with the System Medical Director and oncologists to design evidence-based treatment protocols.

• Support clinical trials and research initiatives via the Cancer Center Clinical Trials Committee.

• Develop and expand collaborations with Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC), including peer review programs, training, standardized protocols, and residency programs.

• Participate in Graduate Medical Education (GME) initiatives for radiology resident education in radiation oncology.

 

Strategic Development

• Lead long-term planning for system-wide physics and dosimetry initiatives.

• Ensure all services align with regulatory standards (state, federal, accrediting agencies).

 

Required Qualifications

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Education & Certification

• Master’s Degree in Medical Physics (PhD preferred).

• ABR or ACMP certification required.

• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

 

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in hospital-based radiation oncology.

• Prior experience as a Chief Physicist or senior leadership in medical physics.

 

Skills

• Advanced computer literacy.

• Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with proven ability to manage multi-site clinical programs.

 

Employment Details

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• Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

• Schedule: Standard hospital schedule with occasional cross-site responsibilities.

• Work Environment: Hospital-based cancer centers with anticipated exposure to radiation, chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and airborne diseases.

• Functional Demands: Medium level – occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 200 lbs.

 

Exceptional Benefits Package

• Competitive executive-level salary

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with employer contribution

• Paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development support

• Relocation assistance (as applicable)