Medical Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Medical Physicist jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, large health system cancer programs, and radiation oncology practices, with openings at every level from recently boarded residents through senior clinical leads. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the primary hiring hubs, where institutions such as Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Jefferson Health maintain active medical physics departments. Radiation oncology physics, diagnostic imaging physics, and medical physics dosimetry are the most consistently recruited specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Medical Physicist AssistantJob Profile Title
Medical Physicist TraineeJob Description Summary
At the direction of a the Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP) who is an ABR certified Medical Physicist (B/C), the medical physicist assistant (MPA), will provide a supporting role for the QMP. The tasks involved include measuring radiation dose, operating a radiation producing equipment and assist in clinical workflow template development. All work performed by the MPA will be reviewed and signed off by a QMP. The QMP has overall responsibility in ensuring that radiation producing equipment and software operates safely and accurately. The MPA is a recent graduate from a CAMPEP certified graduate degree or certificate in Medical Physics but has not completed clinical residency training.This position is expected to be for a one-year term.
Job Description
Medical Physicist Assistant Responsibilities/Duties
Assist in performing QA procedures of the linear accelerator at the Penn Veterinary School located in Philadelphia, PA. These duties include operating the radiation therapy equipment, setup radiation measuring devices, prepare QA treatment plans and prepare daily, monthly and annual QA reports of measured results for the QMP to review. The MPA may assist the QMP in developing new treatment procedures and workflows at the Vet school. Experience in the operation of the linear accelerator, radiation measurement QA devices and Eclipse treatment planning is required.
Assist in performing QA procedures of the linear accelerator at the Penn Veterinary School located in Philadelphia, PA. These duties include operating the radiation therapy equipment, setup radiation measuring devices, prepare QA treatment plans and prepare daily, monthly and annual QA reports of measured results for the QMP to review. The MPA may assist the QMP in developing new treatment procedures and workflows at the Vet school. Experience in the operation of the linear accelerator, radiation measurement QA devices and Eclipse treatment planning is required.
Assist in the consolidation of the daily, monthly and annual linear accelerator and patient specific QA results at PCAM. This includes creating summary tables, trend patterns, visualization templates of QA data performed by physics residents and other QMPs for analysis and review by the chief of clinical physics-photons. The MPA will assist the QMP in ensuring that QA equipment are functioning properly. Experience with operation of QA devices, QA data analysis and creation of spreadsheets are required.
Qualifications
Masters of Science and 0-1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Candidate must be a CAMPEP certified graduate degree or have earned a certificate in Medical Physics but has not completed clinical residency training.
The position is expected to be for a one-year term.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School
Perelman School of MedicinePay Range
$59,015.00 - $47,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Medical Physicist AssistantJob Profile Title
Medical Physicist TraineeJob Description Summary
At the direction of a the Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP) who is an ABR certified Medical Physicist (B/C), the medical physicist assistant (MPA), will provide a supporting role for the QMP. The tasks involved include measuring radiation dose, operating a radiation producing equipment and assist in clinical workflow template development. All work performed by the MPA will be reviewed and signed off by a QMP. The QMP has overall responsibility in ensuring that radiation producing equipment and software operates safely and accurately. The MPA is a recent graduate from a CAMPEP certified graduate degree or certificate in Medical Physics but has not completed clinical residency training.This position is expected to be for a one-year term.
Job Description
Medical Physicist Assistant Responsibilities/Duties
Assist in performing QA procedures of the linear accelerator at the Penn Veterinary School located in Philadelphia, PA. These duties include operating the radiation therapy equipment, setup radiation measuring devices, prepare QA treatment plans and prepare daily, monthly and annual QA reports of measured results for the QMP to review. The MPA may assist the QMP in developing new treatment procedures and workflows at the Vet school. Experience in the operation of the linear accelerator, radiation measurement QA devices and Eclipse treatment planning is required.
Assist in performing QA procedures of the linear accelerator at the Penn Veterinary School located in Philadelphia, PA. These duties include operating the radiation therapy equipment, setup radiation measuring devices, prepare QA treatment plans and prepare daily, monthly and annual QA reports of measured results for the QMP to review. The MPA may assist the QMP in developing new treatment procedures and workflows at the Vet school. Experience in the operation of the linear accelerator, radiation measurement QA devices and Eclipse treatment planning is required.
Assist in the consolidation of the daily, monthly and annual linear accelerator and patient specific QA results at PCAM. This includes creating summary tables, trend patterns, visualization templates of QA data performed by physics residents and other QMPs for analysis and review by the chief of clinical physics-photons. The MPA will assist the QMP in ensuring that QA equipment are functioning properly. Experience with operation of QA devices, QA data analysis and creation of spreadsheets are required.
Qualifications
Masters of Science and 0-1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Candidate must be a CAMPEP certified graduate degree or have earned a certificate in Medical Physics but has not completed clinical residency training.
The position is expected to be for a one-year term.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School
Perelman School of MedicinePay Range
$59,015.00 - $47,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical physicist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Board certification by the American Board of Radiology in medical physics required or eligible
- Completion of CAMPEP-accredited graduate program and residency in medical physics
- Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection radiation license or ability to obtain one
- Clinical experience with linear accelerators, CT simulation, and treatment planning systems
- Proficiency in commercial treatment planning software such as Eclipse, RayStation, or TomoTherapy
- Strong working knowledge of radiation safety regulations and Pennsylvania DEP compliance requirements
Medical Physicist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical physicist in Pennsylvania?
Becoming a medical physicist in Pennsylvania requires a graduate degree from a CAMPEP-accredited program, followed by completion of a CAMPEP-accredited residency. Board certification through the American Board of Radiology is the standard clinical credential and is required or strongly preferred by Pennsylvania employers. Pennsylvania also requires medical physicists who work with radiation-producing equipment to hold a registration or license issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Radiation Protection.
Which companies hire medical physicists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring medical physicists in Pennsylvania right now include Allegheny Health Network, Penn State Health, and UPMC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's density of large academic health systems and regional hospital networks means sustained hiring across both urban campuses and affiliated community cancer centers throughout the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most medical physicist jobs?
Hershey, Philadelphia, and Natrona Heights account for the largest share of medical physicist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's concentration of academic medical centers and major health systems drives the highest volume, while Pittsburgh's strength reflects UPMC's large, multi-site radiation oncology network, and smaller markets appear where regional hospital systems or cancer center affiliates maintain dedicated physics departments.
Are there remote medical physicist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical physics is fundamentally a hands-on clinical role tied to equipment, patient plans, and on-site quality assurance, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of medical physicist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist typically involve treatment plan review, dosimetry consultation, or physics support roles that can be performed off-site on a part-time basis.
How can I get hired as a medical physicist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a CAMPEP-accredited residency, which Pennsylvania's academic health systems actively host through programs affiliated with Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Jefferson Health. New graduates should target resident and junior clinical physicist postings at these institutions, or look for dosimetry physicist and physics assistant roles that build hands-on experience. Board eligibility immediately after residency and a strong record in a Pennsylvania-based residency program are the credentials that most reliably open the door to full clinical appointments.
Where can I find and apply to medical physicist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to medical physicist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from health systems, cancer centers, and imaging practices across the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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