Medical Physicist
Company: cCARE - California Cancer Associates for Research
Location: Chula Vista
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description California Cancer Associates (Chula Vista)
supported by the University of San Diego (UCSD), is a member of the
Navista alliance, which is a company of Cardinal Health. Navista
provides support, technology, and resources to independent
community oncology practices. As a member, California Cancer
Associates receives support to remain independent while enhancing
its ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered cancer care
to its community. California Cancer Associate clinics offer
extensive services and care for every step of cancer treatment,
including oncology, chemotherapy, radiation oncology, infusion and
imaging. Job Purpose: To provide clinical medical physics support
to UCSD physicians in a regional center in Chula Vista, CA, with
additional remote support for a regional center in El Centro, CA.
All centers have Varian C-series linear accelerators, Eclipse, and
Aria. Responsibilities include machine quality assurance and
calibration, treatment planning review, and clinical leadership.
These positions are supported by a larger physics team. What We
Offer Compensation: Anticipated salary range of $200,000 - $285,000
per year. The salary range listed is an estimate and is determined
by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s
relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of
internal pay equity. Bonus eligible: No Comprehensive Benefits:
Navista offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support
health and well-being: medical, dental and vision coverage, Paid
time off plan, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending
accounts (FSAs), 401k, Short- and long-term disability coverage,
Work-Life resources, Paid parental leave, Healthy lifestyle
programs. Major Responsibilities Calibrate therapy equipment in a
manner suitable for accurate radiation dose delivery. Direct the
determination of radiation dose distributions in patients
undergoing treatment (i.e. computerized dosimetry planning or
direct radiation measurement). Direct the acceptance testing of new
equipment and treatment devices. Direct the design and construction
of patient treatment aids or special devices (blocks, compensators,
molds, etc.). Direct the radiation safety program for the radiation
oncology department. Participate in equipment planning and
evaluation, program planning, marketing, staff review and budget
preparation. Maintain proper records necessary for JCAHO, NRC,
state, or other regulatory agencies. Review and approve department
policies and procedures. Develop policies and procedures related to
radiation safety and radiation oncology physics. Provide
consultation for personnel radiation exposure as needed. Design and
implement pertinent aspects of the quality management program that
involve the use of external beam radiotherapy equipment. Manage the
medical physics service in a manner to meet or exceed established
standards of practice consistent with the facility size and
available resources. Evaluate new technologies and implement as
needed. Consult with the radiation oncologists, as required,
concerning patient doses and optimization of patient treatment
plans and delivery. Provide technical direction of radiation
oncology staff as specified by the department medical director.
Serve as the focal point for machine maintenance and repair.
Monitor equipment to ensure that correct and consistent results or
outputs are achieved and ensuring that ongoing maintenance routines
are followed. Troubleshoot problems with hardware and software as
needed. Regular attendance and punctuality. Contributes to team
effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Ensures that all
processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
Perform any other functions as required by management.
Qualifications and Education Requirements Ability to work a
flexible schedule (including overtime, and weekends), as necessary
Compliance with the ABR Standard for Continuing Medical Education.
Masters, PhD or DMP ABR eligible. Valid driver’s license and
reliable transportation. Preferred Skills Certification by the
American Board of Radiology in Therapeutic Radiological Physics and
Radiological Physics
Keywords: cCARE - California Cancer Associates for Research , Hacienda Heights , Medical Physicist, Science, Research & Development , Chula Vista, California