CCLHD - Medical Physics Specialist, Radiation Oncology
Post date : 8 September 2026
Category : Job Advertisement
Salary : $2,723.70 - $4,136.14 per week
Job Description
Employment Type: PermanentFull Time
Position Classification: Medical Physics Specialist
Remuneration: $2,723.70 - $4,136.14 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ685918
Applications Close: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Job Requirement
Do you want to use your medical physics expertise to make a real difference to cancer care?
At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed toTrusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are seeking an experienced Medical Physics Specialist to join our Radiation Oncology team and contribute to the delivery of innovative, precise and patient-focused cancer treatment.
About the Opportunity
As a Medical Physics Specialist, you will provide specialist medical physics services supporting external beam radiation therapy, working collaboratively with radiation oncologists, radiation therapists and the broader multidisciplinary team.
You will play an important role in ensuring the safety, accuracy and quality of radiation oncology treatment. In this role you will:
- Provide specialist expertise in radiation dosimetry, treatment planning and radiation safety.
- Participate in the commissioning, calibration and quality assurance of radiation oncology equipment and software.
- Undertake treatment plan checking, patient-specific QA and in-vivo dosimetry.
- Contribute to the implementation of new treatment techniques, technologies and clinical trials.
- Support research, quality improvement, education and training across the radiation oncology team.
- Provide expert advice to support safe and effective patient treatment.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of radiation oncology services while working within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- A postgraduate degree in physics or engineering from an ACPSEM-recognised institution, or considerable progress towards a PhD in a medical physics-related field.
- ACPSEM accreditation in Radiation Oncology Medical Physics or Radiotherapy Equipment Commissioning and Quality Assurance, or successful completion of the TEAP written examination with an expectation of certification within six months.
- Demonstrated experience in radiation dosimetry, radiotherapy equipment QA, treatment planning, equipment commissioning and radiation safety.
- Experience contributing to research, quality improvement and the implementation of new treatment techniques.
- The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
- Flexibility to work after-hours when required.
If you are an experienced medical physicist looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise, embrace innovation and contribute to outstanding cancer care,we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Career Growth: Join an ambitious, high-performing team where you can expand your expertise, embrace new challenges, and progress towards your career goals.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
Company Details
** For those interested and qualified candidates, please contact the contact person directly.
Central Coast Local Health District
Central Coast Cancer Centre, Gosford Hospital
Contact Person : Christopher Lee, Director of Medical Physics
Contact Number : 02 4320 9830
Contact Email : martin.sully@health.nsw.gov.au
Company Website : https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/cclhd/jobs/cclhd-medical-physics-specialist-radiation-oncology-351346
