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Physicist Assistant

Inova Health System
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Virginia, Fairfax
8095 Innovation Park Drive (Show on map)
Apr 14, 2026
Inova Schar Cancer Institute is looking for a dedicated Physicist Assistant to join the team. This role will be Full-Time We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. Featured Benefits: Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program. Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day. Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost. Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Perform IMRT QA under the direction of a medical physicist to ensure accuracy of radiation treatment plans Perform mechanical quality assurance on therapy units (monthly and annual QA) Perform and/or assist with dosimetry measurements (e.g., ion chamber, TLD, film) as directed Participate in clinical activities related to physics/dosimetry as assigned Support research activities as directed by the Physics/Dosimetry leadership Assist with acquisition and transfer of patient-related data (CT simulation, diagnostic imaging, prior treatment records) Perform DICOM data registration/fusion and assist with contouring under dosimetrist supervision Monitor and update departmental tracking tools (e.g., whiteboards, care paths) Import patient data into EMR and oncology information systems Perform additional duties as assigned by Physics/Dosimetry leadership Comply with HIPAA guidelines and Inova policies and procedures May perform additional duties as assigned. Additional Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Physics or a related field required; Master's degree preferred Basic understanding of radiation oncology, medical physics, dosimetry, and medical terminology Working knowledge of radiation safety principles Proficiency with basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); scripting experience preferred Experience with RayStation is preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Availability to work outside normal business hours (including evenings and weekends)