STEM OPT Medical Physicist Jobs
Medical Physicist roles at hospitals, cancer centers, and research institutions qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Your physics, medical physics, or biomedical engineering degree makes you eligible to work up to 36 months on OPT while pursuing H-1B sponsorship.
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Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong.
At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:
- Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
- Family-focused benefits
- Wellness incentives
- Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
- And more
DESCRIPTION
The Physics Data Analyst will assist the Medical Physics team with routine quality assurance tasks.
- Performs routine medical physics tasks, under the supervision of a Medical Physicist.
- The Physics Data Analyst will assist in the collection of quality assurance data with various radiation detectors (EPID, ion chambers, diodes, survey meters, etc) and other tasks under the supervision of a Medical Physicist.
- This incumbent must be able to keep accurate records of data analysis and documentation, and be able to present data to the Medical Physicists.
- The Physics Data Analyst will collaborate with members of the radiation oncology team (physicists, physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nursing staff, IT, etc.) to carry out quality assurance and process improvement duties.
- Role will require other duties to support Division of Medical Physics as needed.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree in medical/health physics, physical science, engineering, or other scientific field. Master's degree preferred.
- Must have a motivated work ethic, be detail oriented, and systematic in thinking and approach, excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
- After hours and weekend work required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs):
up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
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Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
INTRODUCTION
Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong.
At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:
- Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
- Family-focused benefits
- Wellness incentives
- Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
- And more
DESCRIPTION
The Physics Data Analyst will assist the Medical Physics team with routine quality assurance tasks.
- Performs routine medical physics tasks, under the supervision of a Medical Physicist.
- The Physics Data Analyst will assist in the collection of quality assurance data with various radiation detectors (EPID, ion chambers, diodes, survey meters, etc) and other tasks under the supervision of a Medical Physicist.
- This incumbent must be able to keep accurate records of data analysis and documentation, and be able to present data to the Medical Physicists.
- The Physics Data Analyst will collaborate with members of the radiation oncology team (physicists, physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nursing staff, IT, etc.) to carry out quality assurance and process improvement duties.
- Role will require other duties to support Division of Medical Physics as needed.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's Degree in medical/health physics, physical science, engineering, or other scientific field. Master's degree preferred.
- Must have a motivated work ethic, be detail oriented, and systematic in thinking and approach, excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
- After hours and weekend work required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs):
up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!
Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Medical Physicist
Verify your CIP code before applying
Medical Physics programs can be coded under Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or Health Physics in O*NET, and not every coding maps cleanly to STEM OPT eligibility. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before your OPT end date to avoid extension delays.
Target hospital systems with ABR residency programs
Clinical medical physics positions in radiation oncology and diagnostic imaging almost always require or lead to ABR board certification. Hospital systems that run accredited residency programs are structurally set up for multi-year employment timelines, making them more likely to be E-Verify enrolled and H-1B aware.
Check E-Verify enrollment before your on-site interview
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension begins. Search the E-Verify employer database by hospital or clinic name before accepting an offer, not after, so you can raise enrollment as a condition if needed.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT start date
Your employer must sign a formal I-983 training plan outlining how your Medical Physicist role provides practical training directly related to your STEM degree. Get this document drafted and countersigned before your first day, since USCIS requires it to be in place at the extension start.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by E-Verify enrolled employers
Searching broadly for Medical Physicist openings wastes time when many smaller outpatient clinics aren't E-Verify enrolled. Migrate Mate filters roles by E-Verify status and LCA filing history, so you see only employers already structured to hire on STEM OPT.
Request your prevailing wage level before negotiating your offer
DOL's OFLC Wage Search shows the prevailing wage for Medical Physicists by geographic area and experience level. Knowing your wage level before your employer files the LCA lets you push back if the offered salary is below the DOL threshold, which can later cause H-1B complications.
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Find Medical Physicist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does my medical physics degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension?
Most medical physics, health physics, and applied physics graduate degrees qualify, but eligibility depends on your program's CIP code, not just the degree title. Biomedical engineering degrees from accredited programs also commonly qualify. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific program's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by ICE. If it does, you're eligible to apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension through USCIS.
Does my employer need to be E-Verify enrolled for my STEM OPT extension to be valid?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT, not a formality. Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your extension period begins, and they must verify your employment eligibility through the system. Hospitals affiliated with large health systems are often already enrolled, but independent outpatient clinics or private practices may not be. Confirm enrollment status before signing your offer letter.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Medical Physicist role?
The I-983 must document how your specific Medical Physicist duties, such as treatment planning, dosimetry, quality assurance, or radiation safety, provide practical training directly related to your STEM degree. Your employer's physics or radiation oncology department head typically signs the training plan. The form also requires learning objectives tied to your role and a commitment to report material changes in your employment to your DSO within five business days.
Can I stay on STEM OPT while waiting for my H-1B cap decision?
If you're selected in the H-1B lottery and your employer files your petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. Medical Physicist roles at hospitals, universities, and research centers typically qualify as specialty occupation positions for H-1B purposes, since the role requires a graduate-level physics or medical physics degree. Your STEM OPT EAD remains valid during the cap-gap period even if it expires.
How do I find Medical Physicist jobs where employers are already set up to hire on STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Medical Physicist openings by E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history, so you can see which employers have already navigated STEM work authorization before. This matters because clinical physics departments at smaller cancer centers or freestanding imaging facilities often haven't hired on OPT before, and onboarding your employer to E-Verify mid-offer can cause start-date delays that affect your OPT timeline.
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