E-3 Visa Medical Physicist Jobs
Medical Physicist roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a master's or doctoral degree in medical physics or a closely related field. Australian nationals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, making hospital systems, cancer centers, and academic medical institutions realistic targets year-round.
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JR-8495
Location:
450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215
Category:
Radiation Oncology
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite/week
Salary/Pay Rate:
$70,000.00 - $115,900.00 per year
Overview
Reporting to the Chief Dosimetrist and working under the direct supervision of qualified Medical Physicists, the Physicist Assistant assists in the implementation of solutions for well-defined and focused tasks in the clinics. Responsibilities include assisting with radiation dose calculations, measurements on treatment units, computer programming, as well as collection and processing of treatment related data. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with the Medical Physicist team to use intensity modulation radiation therapy approach to perform QA tests as part of clinical and billing requirements.
- Participates in patient specific IMRT QA. Assist in experimental verification of IMRT radiation treatments. Scans IMRT films and perform comparison with plan. Compare measured vs DynaLog IMRT fluences.
- Performs and documents quality assurance (QA) activities including, but not limited to, measurements involving radiation devices and equipment, e.g., medical (linear) accelerators. Any discrepancies must be communicated to the appropriate staff in a timely manner to minimize delays in patient treatments and/or miscommunications.
- Supervises, maintains, and safely uses dosimetry equipment such as ion chambers, electrometers, water phantom scanning systems (e.g., Wellhofer/PTW tank[3D]), daily check devices, ion chamber arrays, electronic QA devices ('Star track'), computers used with equipment, computer software, thermometers, barometers, small tool inventory, etc. Assists the Qualified Medical Physicist in annual measurements and calibrations.
- Maintains an orderly lab for the storage and use of physics equipment.
- Participates in a technical capacity to assess and improve equipment and procedures that relate to quality assurance. This may include but is not limited to providing QA and QC of patient specific hardware, such as apertures and range compensators for cases involving protons. Lifting brass apertures, range compensators and treatment equipment weighing as much as 50 lbs is expected.
- Participates in research and development projects in collaboration with Medical Physicists and other department researchers under the direction of the supervising physicist.
- Performs supportive service to the treatment planning group through processing imaging data to be used for treatment planning and dose calculations, as well as preparation of initial versions of treatment plans under supervision by dosimetrists.
- Participates in other technical activities, under the direction of a Qualified Medical Physicist, to ensure coverage during critical staff shortages.
- Assists with brachytherapy activities, including but not limited to the documentation of brachytherapy and radiation safety data and records, calibration of brachytherapy applicators and equipment, brachytherapy seed loading during operating room procedures.
- Assists with any other related duties as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic-level understanding of various radiation therapy methods, such as external beam radiation, brachytherapy, and stereotactic radiosurgery.
- Basic knowledge of using software for designing and optimizing radiation treatment plans.
- Basic knowledge of measuring and calculating radiation doses to ensure effective and safe delivery of treatment.
- Understanding of how radiation affects biological tissues, which is crucial for optimizing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects.
- Basic skills in calibrating radiation equipment and conducting regular quality assurance checks to ensure accurate and safe operation.
- Ability to work closely with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
Minimum Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Engineering required.
- No experience required. Clinical experience in radiation physics is an advantage for this position. Computer programming experience is also an advantage.
License/Certification/Registration Required: None
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Patient Contact: No
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
EEO Poster
Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$70,000.00 - $115,900.00
Job Ref:
JR-8495
Location:
450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215
Category:
Radiation Oncology
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite/week
Salary/Pay Rate:
$70,000.00 - $115,900.00 per year
Overview
Reporting to the Chief Dosimetrist and working under the direct supervision of qualified Medical Physicists, the Physicist Assistant assists in the implementation of solutions for well-defined and focused tasks in the clinics. Responsibilities include assisting with radiation dose calculations, measurements on treatment units, computer programming, as well as collection and processing of treatment related data. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with the Medical Physicist team to use intensity modulation radiation therapy approach to perform QA tests as part of clinical and billing requirements.
- Participates in patient specific IMRT QA. Assist in experimental verification of IMRT radiation treatments. Scans IMRT films and perform comparison with plan. Compare measured vs DynaLog IMRT fluences.
- Performs and documents quality assurance (QA) activities including, but not limited to, measurements involving radiation devices and equipment, e.g., medical (linear) accelerators. Any discrepancies must be communicated to the appropriate staff in a timely manner to minimize delays in patient treatments and/or miscommunications.
- Supervises, maintains, and safely uses dosimetry equipment such as ion chambers, electrometers, water phantom scanning systems (e.g., Wellhofer/PTW tank[3D]), daily check devices, ion chamber arrays, electronic QA devices ('Star track'), computers used with equipment, computer software, thermometers, barometers, small tool inventory, etc. Assists the Qualified Medical Physicist in annual measurements and calibrations.
- Maintains an orderly lab for the storage and use of physics equipment.
- Participates in a technical capacity to assess and improve equipment and procedures that relate to quality assurance. This may include but is not limited to providing QA and QC of patient specific hardware, such as apertures and range compensators for cases involving protons. Lifting brass apertures, range compensators and treatment equipment weighing as much as 50 lbs is expected.
- Participates in research and development projects in collaboration with Medical Physicists and other department researchers under the direction of the supervising physicist.
- Performs supportive service to the treatment planning group through processing imaging data to be used for treatment planning and dose calculations, as well as preparation of initial versions of treatment plans under supervision by dosimetrists.
- Participates in other technical activities, under the direction of a Qualified Medical Physicist, to ensure coverage during critical staff shortages.
- Assists with brachytherapy activities, including but not limited to the documentation of brachytherapy and radiation safety data and records, calibration of brachytherapy applicators and equipment, brachytherapy seed loading during operating room procedures.
- Assists with any other related duties as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic-level understanding of various radiation therapy methods, such as external beam radiation, brachytherapy, and stereotactic radiosurgery.
- Basic knowledge of using software for designing and optimizing radiation treatment plans.
- Basic knowledge of measuring and calculating radiation doses to ensure effective and safe delivery of treatment.
- Understanding of how radiation affects biological tissues, which is crucial for optimizing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects.
- Basic skills in calibrating radiation equipment and conducting regular quality assurance checks to ensure accurate and safe operation.
- Ability to work closely with radiation oncologists, dosimetrists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
Minimum Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Engineering required.
- No experience required. Clinical experience in radiation physics is an advantage for this position. Computer programming experience is also an advantage.
License/Certification/Registration Required: None
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Patient Contact: No
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
EEO Poster
Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$70,000.00 - $115,900.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Medical Physicist
Verify your CAMPEP accreditation before applying
U.S. hospital credentialing committees expect CAMPEP-accredited training or ABR board eligibility. Confirm your Australian qualifications map to these standards before outreach, as gaps here stall offers before sponsorship discussions begin.
Target academic medical centers first
Teaching hospitals and NCI-designated cancer centers file LCAs routinely for specialized clinical roles. Their HR and legal teams already understand the E-3 visa process, cutting the education burden you'd face at smaller community hospitals.
Get your credential evaluation done early
The DOL's LCA requires the employer to certify your role meets specialty occupation standards. A foreign credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service speeds that determination and removes a common employer objection during the offer stage.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and paperwork
The LCA must be certified by the DOL before your visa interview can proceed. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation so your employer's HR team isn't managing unfamiliar government workflows.
Address ABR eligibility directly in cover letters
Hiring managers reviewing E-3 candidates often flag whether an Australian applicant can sit the ABR exam. State your eligibility status explicitly in your application so sponsorship conversations don't stall on a question the recruiter is hesitant to raise.
Negotiate LCA filing timing into your start date
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer needs that approval before your consulate appointment. Build this window into your start date negotiation so the offer timeline accounts for government processing, not just onboarding logistics.
E-3 Visa Medical Physicist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Medical Physicist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Medical Physicist roles from employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to institutions unfamiliar with Australian sponsorship. Filter by specialty area, such as radiation oncology or diagnostic imaging, to surface openings at hospital systems and cancer centers that have hired internationally before.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Medical Physicist role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Medical physics requires at minimum a master's degree in medical physics or a closely related field, and the DOL and USCIS consistently treat it as a specialty occupation. Australian applicants with CAMPEP-accredited training or equivalent postgraduate credentials satisfy this threshold. Your employer documents the degree requirement in the LCA they file with the DOL before your consulate appointment.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Medical Physicist roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500-visa annual allocation that has never been fully used, so there's no lottery and no random selection. An H-1B visa petition enters a cap lottery where most registrants aren't selected. For a medical physicist with a confirmed U.S. job offer, the E-3 provides a predictable path where approval depends on your qualifications and the employer's LCA, not chance.
Can I change hospitals while on an E-3 as a Medical Physicist?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp reflecting the updated employer before or at your next re-entry. You can begin working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and the visa reflects the change, so plan the transition to avoid a gap in valid status.