Physicist Oncology (FT) - Seacoast (Near Myrtle Beach)

Job Description

Little River, SC (Minutes from beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC)

Join an Award-Winning Team at the Forefront of Radiation Oncology

Are you a skilled Physicist looking to apply your expertise in a supportive, mission-driven environment? At McLeod Health, we offer more than just a job-we offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the diagnosis and treatment of disease while advancing your career with a leading, award-winning healthcare system.

Why McLeod Health

McLeod Health is the region's destination for medical excellence. Our excellence extends from the Midlands to the Coast along the border of North and South Carolina - serving more than one million people. As medical needs grow - we grow, expand, and improve our facilities and services. The McLeod Health network is comprised of 7 hospitals with locations in Florence, Dillon, Manning, Cheraw, Loris, Little River, and Myrtle Beach.

Founded over a century ago, McLeod is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system that features the strength of more than 900 members of medical staff, 2,900 registered nurses, and more than 18,000 team members. McLeod constantly seeks to improve patient care with efforts that are physician-led, data-driven, and evidence-based.

Our Mission & Vision

• Mission: To improve the overall health and well-being of people living within South Carolina and eastern North Carolina by providing excellence in health care.
• Vision: To be the region's choice for medical excellence.

Our Values: The Foundation of Who We Are

At McLeod Health, we are guided by four core values that shape how we care for our patients and each other:

• THE VALUE OF CARING: Our professionals don't focus solely on their jobs. They embrace opportunities to respond with compassion, offering not only medical care but also personal, emotional, and responsive caring to the needs of our patients.
• THE VALUE OF THE PERSON: In life's most profound moments, the people of McLeod are committed to sharing a generosity of spirit with each individual patient and cheerfully offering courtesy, resilience, and respect.
• THE VALUE OF QUALITY: For more than 100 years, McLeod has been the choice for medical excellence. Our mission requires us to have highly skilled personnel and a spectrum of advanced technology.
• THE VALUE OF INTEGRITY: We expect people who are part of the McLeod Health family to display honesty, wisdom, discipline, and an intense desire to accept the responsibility of care for patients and their families.

What You'll Do:

Responsible for assuring the delivery of high-quality radiation therapy through participation in linear accelerator quality assurance, treatment planning, brachytherapy and consultation in accordance with AAPM standards.
Provides technical support and skills for adoption of new technology and continually looking at opportunities for improvements in the delivery of physics and dosimetry support within the department.
Assures a high level of treatment delivery by maintaining quality assurance and calibration procedures for all radiation devices according to currently accepted protocols and standards of practice.
Responsible for treatment planning physics, radiation safety and regulatory oversight.
Uses excellent communication skills to communicate complex ideas and facilitate a work group cooperation with the radiation oncology team.
Conducts weekly reviews of patient treatment records and annual quality assurance test on equipment.
Maintains ACR accreditation.
Proficient in all current treatment planning techniques and complex dose computations.

Work Schedule That Supports Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a stable, full-time schedule (80 hours biweekly) that allows you to build a rewarding career in this specialized field while maintaining a healthy personal life. With a structured schedule and shared on-call responsibilities, you can achieve the balance you need.

Grow Your Career With Us:

We are committed to investing in our team members. At McLeod Health, you will find:

• Professional Development: Access to continuing education programs and in-services to keep your skills sharp and stay current with the latest advancements in medicine.
• Career Advancement: As part of a large, growing health system with more than 90 physician practices and seven hospitals across the region, opportunities for career growth, cross-training, and internal mobility are abundant.

What You Bring:

• American Board of Radiology (ABR) Certified, board eligible or able to meet licensing requirements by SCDHEC regulations.

Live & work in the beautiful coastal area of South Carolina!

Join us in Little River, South Carolina-a charming and quickly growing community that serves as a regional hub for healthcare, commerce, and culture. Enjoy the Grand Strand beaches, golf courses, nightlife, fresh seafood, excellent schools, and a strong sense of southern hospitality. With easy access to the cultural offerings of nearby metropolitan areas, Little River offers the perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city convenience. Experience a welcoming community that truly values the exceptional work our healthcare heroes do every day.

About Our Team

If you are looking for a dynamic environment where you can collaborate with a stellar team of professionals dedicated to excellence, we invite you to apply. Become part of a locally owned, not-for-profit organization where your work is meaningful, your growth is supported, and your contributions are truly valued.

McLeod Health is an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About the Team

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.