Chief Medical Physicist - West Columbia South Carolina

Company: Lexington Medical Center
Location: West Columbia, South Carolina
Posted On: 05/10/2025

_2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC_

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_Radiation Oncology - Full-Time - 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM_

*Lead innovation in cancer care at a nationally recognized hospital.*

At *Lexington Medical Cancer Center*, we deliver patient-first oncology care through advanced radiation therapy, collaborative teams, and technology-driven precision. As *Chief Medical Physicist*, you'll guide all radiation safety, equipment, and treatment planning programs, while shaping the future of our accredited Radiation Oncology department.

*Why Join Lexington Medical Center?*
* Ranked *#1 Hospital in the Columbia Metro* (U.S. News & World Report)
* Only hospital named among the _Best Places to Work in South Carolina_
* Accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, in partnership with MUSC Hollings
* Home to South Carolina's first *HeartCARE Center---*
* Teaching hospital with over *8,700 employees* across 80+ locations



*Your Leadership Role:*You'll oversee:
* Policy development for all radiation programs, QA, and accreditation
* Equipment calibration, acceptance testing, commissioning, and upgrades
* Dosimetry QA, chart reviews, and radiation safety compliance
* Training of staff on emerging technologies and protocols
* Collaboration with oncologists on patient-specific treatments including SRS, SBRT, VMAT, and brachytherapy
* Coordination of research, protocol enhancements, and departmental CQI efforts



*Technology & Tools:*
* Varian linear accelerators with OBI, CBCT, respiratory gating
* Eclipse treatment planning, ARIA EMR, and portal dosimetry
* Nucletron HDR, Variseed, Isoloader systems
* Full integration of 3D, IMRT, SRS/SBRT, and brachytherapy techniques

*Minimum Qualifications:*
* Master's Degree in Medical Physics or related field
* 15+ years of clinical experience in Radiation Oncology
* *Board Certification in Medical Physics (ABR required)*
* Proven leadership in a complex, multi-modality radiation program
* Deep knowledge of QA standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance

*Day One Benefits*
* Medical, dental, and life insurance
* *403(b) match up to 6%*
* Paid short- and long-term disability
* Tuition reimbursement + student loan forgiveness
* Adoption assistance and FSAs
* Supplemental life coverage up to 3x salary

*Bring your leadership, precision, and vision to one of South Carolina's most advanced cancer centers.*



*Apply now* to lead Lexington Medical Center's next era of excellence in Radiation Oncology.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift

Work Location: In person More...

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