About the Position

Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Methodist Job at Carle Health, Peoria, IL

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive medical physics support for radiation oncology services, including external beam radiation therapy, brachytherapy, SRS, and SBRT
Supports a highly collaborative, physician-partnered practice environment
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including IEMA, NRC, ACR, and DNV
Oversees equipment acceptance testing, commissioning, calibration, and ongoing quality assurance
Develops, implements, and maintains departmental physics policies, procedures, and QA programs
Serves as Department Radiation Safety Officer
Provides leadership in radiation safety, shielding requirements, and radioactive material inventory management
Collaborates with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and therapists to ensure optimal treatment planning and delivery
Participates in departmental quality improvement initiatives, radiation safety meetings, and strategic planning
Assists with education, orientation, and technical instruction for staff and students
Opportunities to support innovation, clinical projects, and program development within radiation oncology
Sign-on bonus available
Relocation assistance available for candidates with 1+ year of experience and residing more than 50 miles away
Partial remote work may be considered for candidates within driving distance of Peoria

Requirements

Master’s degree or PhD in Physics or a related field
Certified Specialist in Therapeutic Radiologic Physics (ABR) – required
Licensed Radiologic Technologist – Radiation Therapy (IEMA) – required
Experience in medical physics or a related clinical setting preferred

We Offer

Competitive salary range: $86.01 - $147.94 per hour
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for professional growth and development

About the Company

Carle Health is committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. With nearly 17,000 team members and providers, Carle Health supports patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. Our award-winning hospitals and multispecialty provider group offer a range of opportunities for growth and lifelong careers. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

About Our Community

Located in the Heart of Illinois, Peoria is a vibrant River City full of art, entertainment, sports, history, and more! Explore the great outdoors through the Peoria Park District, the largest and oldest park district in Illinois, or take a trip up Grandview Drive to experience the “world’s most beautiful drive.” (According to Theodore Roosevelt.)

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For more information, visit careers.carlehealth.org or contact [email protected].

Physicist - Radiation Oncology - Methodist

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