Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

Chief Physicist

Posted Date 1 week ago(5/19/2025 12:35 PM)
Workplace Type
On-site
Job Location : City
Tallahassee
Schedule
Days
Position Type
Full Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Category
Executive Group - Leadership
Department
Radiation Oncology
ID
2025-17364
Company
TMH

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community. 

TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only:

  • Level II Trauma Center 
  • Primary Stroke Center 
  • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care 
  • Pediatric Intensive Care 
  • The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle. 

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices. 

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare is seeking a motivated Clinical Medical Physicist to join our dynamic radiation oncology team. This full-time position is based in a progressive department that embraces advanced technologies and collaborative, patient-centered care. We are seeking an individual with a modern skillset and excellent communication skills that will thrive in a team-oriented environment.

 

Our facility is equipped with a Varian ecosystem, including three linear accelerators, Bravos HDR, Eclipse and Elements TPS with Radformation products, and a comprehensive set Sun Nuclear QA equipment. You’ll join a supportive team of 4 physicists, 5 dosimetrists (plus 1 student), and 3 radiation oncologists working together to deliver cutting-edge treatments with compassion and precision. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible hybrid work options for appropriate clinical responsibilities.

 

Clinical Equipment & Software

 

  • Linear Accelerators: Varian TrueBeam with Identify, Edge with ExacTrac Dynamic, and Novalis Tx (to be replaced by Ethos) all with Portal Dosimetry
  • Brachytherapy: Varian Bravos HDR
  • Treatment Planning: Eclipse (including RapidPlan, MCO, HyperArc) with Radformation tools (ClearCheck, AutoContour, ClearCalc, etc.) and Brainlab Elements
  • QA Tools: Portal Dosimetry and Sun Nuclear (SunCHECK with IC Profiler, ArcCHECK, SRS MapCHECK Daily QA, 1D/3D scanners, etc.)
  • Oncology Information System: Aria and Epic

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Provide clinical physics support for external beam and brachytherapy services, including SBRT, SRS, and gynecologic HDR
  • Perform and document quality assurance for linacs, HDR, and imaging systems in accordance with AAPM guidelines (e.g., TG-51, MPPG 8.b, etc.)
  • Collaborate with dosimetrists and oncologists to support treatment planning and delivery workflows
  • Conduct weekly chart reviews, initial plan checks, and end-of-treatment reviews
  • Support commissioning, protocol development, and process improvement project

 

 

Qualifications

 

  • S. or Ph.D. in Medical Physics or closely related field
  • Must possess and maintain current State of Florida Therapeutic Radiological Physicist License
  • ABR board certification in Therapeutic Medical Physics (or Board Eligible)
  • Prior clinical experience in a modern Varian environment preferred
  • Expertise with Aria, Eclipse and TrueBeam platform is highly desirable
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

 

 

urrent Dosimetrist job post:  https://careers.tmh.org/posting/dosimetrist-certified-medical/17272/

 

 

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WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

 

 

Clinical Equipment & Software:

  • Linear Accelerators: Varian TrueBeam with Identify, Edge with ExacTrac Dynamic, and Novalis Tx (to be replaced by Ethos)
  • Brachytherapy: Varian Bravos HDR
  • Treatment Planning: Eclipse (with RapidPlan, MCO, HyperArc) and Brainlab Elements, supported by Radformation tools (AutoContour, EZFluence, ClearCheck, ClearCalc) and Velocity
  • Oncology Information System: Aria and Epic

 

Responsibilities:

  • Generate high-quality, efficient treatment plans for a wide range of techniques including 3DCRT, IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, and SRS
  • Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, physicists, and therapists to support optimal treatment delivery
  • Contribute to clinical protocol development, process improvement, and peer review activities
  • Support student dosimetrists and therapists, and promote a learning-friendly environment

 

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited dosimetry program or equivalent clinical experience
  • Certification by the Medical Dosimetrist Certification Board (MDCB) required (or eligibility within 12 months)
  • Prior experience in a Varian-based clinical environment preferred
  • Proficiency with Eclipse, Aria, and Radformation tools highly desirable
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

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Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.

 

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