Medical Physicist | Boise, ID | 3-Month Contract | Onsite | Oncology Administration
Provide critical medical physics expertise in a hospital oncology department. This contract role focuses on radiation therapy quality assurance, treatment planning support, and ensuring safe, effective delivery of cancer care. Work directly with medical professionals, patients, and staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
• Title: Medical Physicist
• Type: Contract
• Duration: 3 months (April 13, 2026 – July 12, 2026)
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM MST
• Work Type: Onsite
• Reporting Location: Boise, ID (1055 N Curtis Rd)
• Department: Oncology Administration
• Start Date: April 13, 2026
COMPENSATION:
• Pay Rate: $160.52/hour
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TREATMENT PLANNING & PATIENT CARE:
• Plan and ensure patients' radiation treatment execution
• Work directly with patients to explain treatment plans
• Analyze images and data to aid diagnosis and treatment planning
• Review treatment plans for accuracy and safety
• Ensure optimal dose delivery to target areas
• Support treatment modifications as needed
RADIATION SAFETY & QUALITY ASSURANCE:
• Provide advice about radiation protection
• Manage radiotherapy quality assurance programmes
• Ensure equipment operates safely and effectively
• Conduct regular equipment calibration and testing
• Maintain compliance with radiation safety standards
• Document all QA activities and results
IMAGING & DATA ANALYSIS:
• Analyze medical images for treatment planning
• Work with nuclear imaging data and diagnostic information
• Process and interpret physics-related medical data
• Support imaging equipment optimization
• Ensure image quality meets clinical standards
EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT:
• Develop and procure medical physics equipment
• Investigate and troubleshoot equipment issues
• Ensure equipment maintenance schedules are followed
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Maintain detailed equipment records and documentation
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
• Train healthcare, scientific, and technical staff
• Update staff on radiation safety and new procedures
• Provide in-service education on physics principles
• Support continuing education for clinical team
• Mentor junior staff and students as needed
RESEARCH & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
• Carry out clinical research and quality improvement projects
• Analyze treatment outcomes and efficacy data
• Publish findings and present at professional meetings
• Stay current with advances in medical physics
• Participate in professional committees and meetings
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION:
• PhD or Master's degree in Medical Physics or related field (required)
• ABR (American Board of Radiology) certification by ABR (required)
• Current state medical physics license or eligibility (required)
• CAMPEP-accredited program completion preferred
EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum 2+ years of medical physics experience
• Radiotherapy physics experience required
• Diagnostic imaging physics experience preferred
• Quality assurance and compliance experience
• Patient interaction and clinical experience
• Academic or clinical research experience preferred
• Contract/traveler medical physics experience a plus
TECHNICAL SKILLS & SYSTEMS:
• EPIC proficiency preferred
• ARIA RadOnc system experience preferred
• Shared Drive/CTC-RadOnc experience preferred
• Treatment planning system expertise
• Dosimetry software proficiency
• Strong data analysis and computational skills
• Familiarity with dose calculation algorithms
• Experience with QA software and tools
CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE:
• Expert understanding of radiation physics principles
• Comprehensive knowledge of radiation safety standards
• Understanding of cancer treatment protocols
• Knowledge of diagnostic imaging modalities
• Proficiency in dose calculations and measurements
• Understanding of treatment planning optimization
SOFT SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Collaborative team approach
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Professional and patient-focused demeanor
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to work independently and with teams
• Commitment to patient safety
LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION:
• English proficiency required
• Medical terminology fluency
• Ability to communicate with clinical and technical staff
• Patient education capability
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Experienced Medical Physicist with radiotherapy background
• ABR-certified and state-licensed
• Familiar with EPIC, ARIA, and CTC-RadOnc systems
• Strong quality assurance and safety mindset
• Excellent clinical and communication skills
• Comfortable with patient interaction
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
• Committed to ongoing professional development
• Team player with leadership capability
• Seeking flexible contract opportunity
LOCATION:
• Boise, ID 83706
• Onsite at healthcare facility (1055 N Curtis Rd)
• Oncology department setting
WORK SCHEDULE:
• 36 hours per week
• Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM MST
• Standard day shift hours
• Occasional flexibility for clinical needs
CONTRACT DETAILS:
• Start Date: April 13, 2026
• End Date: July 12, 2026
• Duration: 3 months
• Positions Available: 1
IDEAL FOR:
• Medical Physicists seeking contract opportunities
• Radiotherapy physics professionals
• Physicists interested in clinical healthcare work
• Professionals seeking flexible contract placement
• Experienced physicists seeking temporary assignments
• Specialists interested in oncology physics roles