Radiation Oncology - Certified Medical Physicist - Albany, NY

The Department of Medical Physics at St Peter's Health Partners Cancer Care is seeking a motivated clinical Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist with great interpersonal skills to join our team, consisting of three additional Certified Medical Physicists, four Certified Medical Dosimetrists, a Physics Residency Program Director, and two Medical Physics Residents.  Along with 4 Radiation Oncologists, the Medical Physics Department supports two hospital based sites located approximately 15 miles apart, St Peter's Hospital in Albany, NY and Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY.   

The ideal candidate will have:

• ABR (or equivalent) Board certification (minimum is having passed Part 2)
• Valid New York State Professional license (eligibility at a minimum)
• Strong communication (written and oral) and organizational skills
• Experience with the equipment and software listed below

The department treats approximately 75 patients per day between the two sites, including an active SRS/ SBRT program, as well as an active GYN HDR program. Additionally, the physics department boasts a CAMPEP approved residency program in connection with McGill University that is currently in its 14th year. Our medical physics staff are expected to play an active role in the hands-on teaching of our residents, and our close affiliation with the McGill program provides additional educational stimulation and insights.

Equipment and Software:

• Varian True Beam 2.7 with 6 DOF Perfect Pitch couch
• Varian True Beam 4.1 with 6 DOF Perfect Pitch couch
• Varian 2100 iX – Silhouette with Brainlab ExacTrac System
• AlignRT
• Two Siemens Go.Sim CT simulators with Varian RGSC system
• Elekta Microselectron HDR remote Afterloader with Oncentra Brachy planning
• Eclipse V16.1
• ARIA V16
• MIM Maestro and ProtegeAI+
• Radformation Clear Check and EZ Fluence

Recruitment Package

• Base Salary: 187,200-$283,732. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
• Sign on bonus: $10,000
• Relocation Assistance: $2,000

St. Peter's Health Partners offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 403(b) retirement plan. 

The greater Capital District has many attractive qualities, making it a great place to live. Albany is the capital of New York and is located on the Hudson River. There are several local parks to pursue outdoor pastimes, local farmers markets, indoor and outdoor music and performing arts venues, and several art and history museums. Additionally, the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains are both a short drive away, offering year-round recreation activities.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

St. Peter’s Health Partners, the region’s largest private-sector employer, with more than 12,500 employees, has more than 125 locations across seven counties. The system has an annual budget of nearly $1.1 billion. St. Peter’s Health Partners was created on October 1, 2011 by the merger of Northeast Health, St. Peter’s Health Care Services, and Seton Health. The merger created the region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit network of high-quality and advanced medical care, primary care, rehabilitation, and senior services.

These state-of-the-art services and programs are provided through Albany Memorial and St. Peter’s Hospitals in Albany, NY; Samaritan and St. Mary’s Hospitals in Troy, NY; Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital in Schenectady, NY; and The Eddy system of continuing care and The Community Hospice.

St. Peter's Hospital is the largest Catholic acute care community hospital in northeastern New York state. Located in Albany, New York, the hospital was founded in 1869 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy. A voluntary, not-for-profit community tertiary hospital, St. Peter’s provides 442 beds and has more than 900 staff physicians and nearly 6,000 employees.

The hospital offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services and diverse outreach programs in the areas of medicine, surgery, ambulatory care, women’s and children services, neonatal intensive care, rehabilitation, outpatient medical imaging, and care for the elderly.

The facilities at St. Peter’s Hospital are among the nation’s most advanced clinical
environments for care of patients with complex heart and vascular disease. St. Peter’s Hospital is the only hospital in New York state and the northeastern United States to earn designation from an independent ratings agency as a Top 100 Cardiovascular Hospital for 10 years. The hospital’s Hybrid Operating Room, a high-tech catheterization lab within a sterile operating environment, is only one of just a handful of such installations worldwide. The Cardiac & Vascular Center at St. Peter’s Hospital has also been named a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care because of its consistent commitment to quality care, resulting in better overall outcomes for cardiac patients.

Albany, New York – located in the heart of New York’s Capital District, is a medium sized area with an approximate population of 98,000, offering all the amenities of a larger urban area in a beautiful, scenic, and affordable setting. A stable economic setting, Albany has a strong and expanding presence in healthcare, higher education and enjoys the unique position as Capital of the Empire State.

Capital District, New York – includes the cities of Albany, Schenectady and Troy and the surrounding areas, including Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.

The Capital Region has excellent year-round outdoor recreation available, including excellent golf, water-sports of all kinds, camping, hiking, and great downhill skiing and snowboarding. It offers a wealth of cultural offerings and activities, including several renowned museums and theaters, fine dining, and a year-round events calendar full with music and sporting events.

Excellent public and private schools are available, as are affordable homes and reasonable taxes. This region is a part of New York's Tech Valley and is abound with Higher education opportunities. The Capital District is a short drive to the scenic Adirondack, Berkshire, and Catskill Mountains.

Centrally located, Albany is less than three hours from New York City and Boston. Come find out why Forbes Magazine lists Albany as one of “America’s Most Innovative Cities”, and one of “America’s Best Places to Raise a Family” and why Brookings has described Albany as one of its “Strongest Performing Metro Areas” and Portfolio.com calls Albany one of its “Best Markets for Young Adults.”

To learn more about the Capital Region visit www.albany.org, www.albany.com, www.techvalley.com, www.renscochamber.com, www.visittroyny.com

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 133,000 colleagues and more than 38,900 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 92 hospitals, 101 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country as well as many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2025, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $2.9 billion in its communities in the form of charity care, community benefit and other programs and services. 

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore more at www.trinity-health.org.