Medical Physicist job with UPMC in Johnstown, PA - Work under renowned leader

The Department of Radiation Oncology at our organization in Johnstown, PA, is thrilled to announce an opening for a medical physicist to join our esteemed team under the guidance of Dr. Saiful Huq. Dr. Huq is internationally recognized for his significant scientific and professional contributions, including his roles as a member of TG51, chair of TG100, and participant in IAEA TRS398 and TRS483 Codes of Practice. He served as the President of the AAPM in 2020 and has mentored numerous young medical physicists who are now making an impact globally. Candidates should possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or Medical Physics. While ABR/ABMP Certification in Therapeutic Radiological Physics or Therapy Medical Physics is preferred, it is not mandatory. Applicants must meet the criteria for qualified experts as defined by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or the Pennsylvania State regulatory agency. There is flexibility to work 1-2 days remotely, but candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Johnstown.

Additional Opportunities: We also have openings in Farrell, Altoona, and Williamsport, PA.

Position Highlights:

• Become part of a team delivering comprehensive clinical medical physics services, which include regular quality assurance testing of radiotherapy equipment, dosimetric calibration, ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania radiation safety and licensing regulations, providing routine clinical support, and implementing 4DCT and gated radiation therapy.
• Receive full support from the Medical Physics Division.
• Join a network of over 30 medical physicists within the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network.
• Contribute to the Division's mission of expanding advanced techniques across the network to provide high-quality care close to patients' homes.

What We Provide:

• Relocation assistance.
• Competitive salary with an incentive plan.
• Exceptional benefits package.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) time and funding.

About Our Organization:

• The Radiation Oncology Department is equipped with Varian 23EX linear accelerators featuring on-board kV imaging, cone-beam CT, and gated Rapid Arc delivery, along with a GE Discovery 4D CT simulator and a comprehensive array of quality assurance tools. Treatment planning and medical record documentation are managed using the Varian Eclipse TPS and ARIA EMR.
• Our center is accredited by the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO).
• We are part of one of the largest integrated cancer networks in the United States, with over 60 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, and New York, including 24 radiation oncology centers in the U.S. and four centers in Europe (two in Italy and two in Ireland).
• Our network is a national leader in delivering top-tier radiation oncology care close to patients' homes, supported by a dedicated team of clinicians, standardized processes, cutting-edge equipment, and an integrated IT platform.
• We are a $23 billion health care provider and insurer, employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• Our organization encompasses over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, along with more than 800 outpatient sites.
• We are committed to developing innovative models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care.
• We maintain a close affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh.

About the Local Community:

• Located just a two-hour drive from Pittsburgh, PA, offering access to fine dining, museums, cultural events, and professional sports teams, including MLB, NFL, NHL, and USL.
• The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and Pennsylvania Highlands Community College draw thousands of students to their campuses in Richland, just 5 miles (8 km) east of Johnstown.
• The area features art studios, discovery centers, museums, performing arts venues, a symphony orchestra, the National Folk Festival, and the Flood City Music Festival.
• Enjoy a reasonable cost of living.