Medical Physicist

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Requisition #: ALB00277767

Salary Range: $50.87 - $89.48 per hour

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Your Opportunity:

Cancer Care Alberta and the Department of Medical Physics in Calgary is seeking Radiation Oncology Medical Physicists to join our Radiation Medicine team as leaders in Cancer Care and Research in Alberta and beyond. A vibrant clinical and academic team focused on excellence in care at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre and the opening of the highly anticipated new Calgary Cancer Centre, we offer opportunities that complement clinical service with research, academic, and teaching activity in partnership with the medical physics graduate and residency programs of the University of Calgary.

As a member of our team you will have a once-in-a-career opportunity to be part of bringing the second largest Cancer Facility in North America to clinical operation. Scheduled to open to the public in 2023, the 1.4 billion dollar Calgary Cancer Centre (CCC) will be a leading health care facility, academic, and research centre providing cancer services for Calgary and Southern Alberta. The CCC will have 10 Linacs and 2 MR-Linacs with future growth to total of 15 vaults. There will be two MRIs dedicated for simulation and brachytherapy, as well as orthovoltage, a CT simulator, and a PET-CT simulator. Current and expanding clinical programs include brachytherapy, SBRT, TBI, pediatric oncology, stereotactic radiosurgery, and full integration of MR technology in precision care.

Ranked the 5th most livable city in the world, Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and one of the best cities in Canada to raise a family. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

Salary to commensurate with experience and certification, ranging from $127,525.50 to $191,113.75, with current MCCPM and FCCPM premiums. Compensation grid is currently under review.

Description:

The successful applicant will support commissioning and clinical program development at the CCC in coordination with our existing team of medical physicists, medical physics assistants, electronics staff, design lab and computer applications groups, as well as medical physicist residents & fellows. Medical physicists will have the opportunity to work in collaboration with oncologists and therapists to develop MR-based external beam and brachytherapy programs. They will train and educate the end users for this program, in addition to defining the quality control program and commissioning plans. In addition to the usual workload associated with a tertiary clinical Radiation Medicine program, and the acceptance, commissioning and development of new programs at the CCC, suitable candidates will have ample opportunities in clinical and academic leadership. Such opportunities could include mentoring, teaching, and research in conjunction with the CAMPEP accredited graduate, residency and certificate programs; leadership in major focus areas; research and clinical translation partnered with support for seeking granting opportunities. The new CCC provides the opportunity to work alongside colleagues from numerous academic disciplines all focused on advancing the state of oncology research and care.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Medical Physics or related discipline specializing in Radiation Oncology. Completion of an accredited residency program and eligible for certification through the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine or equivalent. Demonstrated commitment to the highest clinical standards and highly developed interpersonal, team work, organizational and leadership skills are also required. Member of Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years’ post residency experience as a Medical Physicist is strongly preferred. Fellow of Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine.

How to Apply:

Apply online today and join our dynamic team! Please include a CV and cover letter outlining your career goals and suitability for this position along with three references. For further information, contact Marc.Mackenzie@ahs.ca