Medical Physicist Career Guide

Looking for a different career guide?

Overview

A Medical Physicist is a highly specialized healthcare professional who plays a crucial role in the field of medical imaging and radiation therapy. These experts ensure the safe and effective use of radiation in diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, particularly cancer. Medical Physicists work alongside radiologists, oncologists and other medical professionals to provide precise and accurate radiation

Education

To become a Medical Physicist, a graduate degree (typically a Master's or Ph.D.) in Medical Physics or a related field is required. The program should be accredited by a recognized medical physics organization.

A stethoscope held in one hand

Related certifications

After completing their education, aspiring Medical Physicists typically complete a clinical residency to gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting. They may also need to obtain certification from organizations like the American Board of Radiology (ABR) or the American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP). Certifications include the ABMP - Medical Health credential that certifies physicists and related scientists

Skills

Successful Medical Physicists possess a deep understanding of physics principles, particularly in the context of medical applications. They need strong analytical skills, attention to detail and proficiency in various software tools used for treatment planning and quality assurance.

Thousands of
healthcare jobs in
your pocket.

4.8

13.6k Ratings

4.4

1.5k Ratings

Responsibilities

Medical Physicists are responsible for conducting quality assurance checks on equipment, creating treatment plans, collaborating with medical teams to ensure patient safety, conducting research to improve treatment techniques and staying current with advancements in the field.

Salary Insights

Compare your pay with the most up-to-date job market data using our comprehensive salary calculator.
Medical Physicist
$4,398-7,183/week

The average salary for a Medical Physicist is $5,542.21 per week.

Last updated on November 21, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pros & Cons

Becoming a Medical Physicist offers numerous benefits, including the opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care, a high level of job satisfaction and the potential for career growth. However, the path to becoming a Medical Physicist requires a significant investment in education and training. The responsibilities can also be mentally demanding, as precision and accuracy are vital to

Was this page helpful?

Medical Physicist Jobs


View job details for Travel Physicist
Travel Contract

Travel Physicist

  • Augusta, GA
  • Epic Oncology Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs

$7,222/week

View job details for Travel Physicist
Travel Contract

Travel Physicist

  • Jackson, MS
  • Aureus Medical Group - Imaging
  • 5x8 hrs
  • Retention Bonus

$7,166/week

View job details for Travel Physicist
Travel Contract

Travel Physicist

  • Rancho Mirage, CA
  • Cross Country Allied
  • 5x8 hrs

$7,020/week

Estimated pay package
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel Physicist
Travel Contract

Travel Physicist

  • LaGrange, GA
  • Epic Oncology Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs

$7,017/week

Get alerts about new jobs

Be the first to know about new jobs for Medical Physicists.

Some of the content on this page was enhanced using artificial intelligence.

Join over 1 million healthcare workers that are getting a head start with Vivian.

Join Vivian
A group of healthcare professionals.