Texas Oncology is seeking a Certified Medical Physicist to join our Waco, TX Team! The successful candidate will be part of a physics group consisting of 13 other physicists, a medical physics assistant, two physics residents, and 17 dosimetrists covering eight facilities in the Central Texas region. This group supports 9 radiation oncologists in a busy practice setting. The position will primarily provide onsite medical physics coverage for the Waco Cancer Center and will collaborate remotely with other sites in the region.

The Waco clinic houses a Varian 23iX and a 21CD (to be replaced with a TrueBeam), Elekta Nucletron HDR, and busy SBRT, SRS, Xofigo, and Prostate Seed programs. The Waco site is supported by one radiation oncologist, two dosimetrists, and five radiation therapists. The Central Texas Region shares an Eclipse and ARIA database, as well as a range of RadFormation products, MIM, Radcalc, and a wide variety of Sun Nuclear QA equipment.

Texas Oncology encourages continuing professional education and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance and 401(k).

Conveniently located on I-35 in the center of the state, just 90 miles from Dallas and Austin, Waco has long been known as the “Heart of Texas.” Named after the Waco tribe of Indigenous Americans, the village of Waco was established in 1849 and incorporated in 1856. The legendary Chisholm and Shawnee cattle trails both crossed Waco’s historic Suspension Bridge on their way to northern cattle markets.

Today, Waco is a diverse, bustling city of roughly 140,000, with a university, two colleges, over 40 hotels and 300+ restaurants. Waco is home to the famous Magnolia Market, owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines. Waco also houses a lively cultural district. Discover open-air festivals and concerts by the river, sporting events, a popular Saturday morning farmers market, “First Fridays” downtown, theatre, live music, rodeo, comedy, dance, art galleries, and a world-class symphony orchestra.

Check out wacoheartoftexas.com to learn more about this exciting city.

Responsibilities will include:

• All aspects of radiation oncology physics, including quality assurance, external beam, and brachytherapy clinical support. 
• The Waco clinic houses Varian 23iX and 21CD linacs, Elekta Nucletron HDR and busy SBRT and SRS programs. Treatment planning is performed in Eclipse. 
• There are plans to replace the 21CD unit with a TrueBeam. 

Qualified candidates will have a:

• MS or PhD in Medical Physics or closely related field and board certification by the ABR is preferred
• The position requires licensure in the state of Texas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to utilize components of the treatment-planning computer including but not limited to the use of keyboards, digitizers, trackball and mouse controls. Must be able to stand for 8 hours; lift 40 pound block to shoulder level; have sufficient visual acuity to distinguish structures and isodose displays on computer monitor. Additionally, must be able to align treatment field and monitor patient during radiation therapy treatment.

About Texas Oncology

Helping Texans fight cancer is Texas Oncology’s mission.The practice delivers high-quality, high-touch care to help cancer patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.”® in their fight against cancer. Texas Oncology is an independent, physician-led practice delivering leading-edge technology and treatment options and conducting innovative research. Founders of the practice pioneered community-based care to enable more cancer patients to receive high-quality care while staying close to the critical support of family and friends.

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