
This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Medical Physicist applies physics in healthcare, ensuring accurate diagnostics and treatments by calibrating equipment and ensuring radiation safety.
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A Medical Physicist applies physics principles to medical technology and procedures to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatments. You might work in hospitals, clinics, or research institutions. Medical Physicists focus on the calibration and maintenance of medical equipment, radiation safety, and the optimisation of imaging techniques. You’ll work with radiologists and oncologists to enhance the precision and safety of medical procedures.
Medical Physicists play a vital role in patient care and the effectiveness of medical treatments. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and have strong analytical skills, with a thorough understanding of medical technologies. You’ll collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of safety and accuracy. Effective communication skills are essential for explaining complex technical information and providing expert advice.