OPSEU
Job Title: Physics Associate
Status: Regular Full Time
Department: DRCC Medical Physics
Program: DRCC Administration
Days, Evenings, Nights; 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $33.460 - $47.860 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600001805
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 16 July 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 23 July 2026.
DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:
To participate in a variety of medical physics related technical support acti vities including quality assurance checks of eq uipment, patient specific delivery quality assuance measurements, radiation protection procedures, dose measurements, and clinical projects under the guidance of a Medical Physicist.
Specific duties include:
" Perform quality assurance checks on radiotherapy and medical physics equipment, consistent with the Medical Physics Quality Assurance Program under the supervision of a Medical Physicist and maintain accurate records of such Quality Assurance checks.
" Participate in commissioning of radiation therapy equipment under the direction of a Medical Physicist.
" Perform dose measurements for treatment so as to validate patient specific treatment plans prior to clinical delivery.
" Participate with Medical Physicists in conducting projects and investigations to help bring new techniques and equipment into routine clinical use.
" Be able to work evenings, as required, with variable daily working times in order to have access to radiotherapy units and other physics equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
" Bachelor's degree in Medical Physics, Physical Sciences or Engineering.
" Previous experience as a Physics Associate in a Cancer Centre preferred.
" Demonstrated knowledge of radiation physics through education or practical experience.
" Previous experience with radiation dose measurements.
" Demonstrated computer skills and ability to use spreadsheets, word processors and databases.
" Programming experience and experience with mathematical software packages an asset.
" Good organizational and data management skills.
" Excellent instrumentation skills as demonstrated by experience in performing measurements.
" Good oral and written communication skills
" Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team.
" Must have satisfactory performance record;
" Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
" Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area;
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
