Medical Physicist - HIT/CIRT for Cleveland Clinic AbuDhabi

Job Summary

We're inviting applications from Medical Physicists worldwide to join our flagship cancer center for the launch of our Carbon Ion Radiation Therapy (CIRT) program. Experience in particle therapy, including heavy ion technology (HIT) is strongly preferred.

Position Summary:

The Clinical Medical Physicist is primarily and professionally engaged in the evaluation, delivery and optimization of radiation therapy. A major responsibility of the radiation oncology physicist is to provide a high standard of clinical physics service and provide oversight of the establishment and conduct of the quality management program. This role will specifically serve the Heavy Ion Therapy/Carbon Ion radiation therapy program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for treatment planning, quality assurance, safety of patient radiation treatment delivery, weekly chart checks, and process improvement for modalities include but not limited to external beam, SRS/SRBT, HDR Brachytherapy, SRS, SRT etc
• Assist in developing radiation oncology medical physics program, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in departmental research, education, presentations, meetings, and chart rounds.
• Implement new treatment techniques/procedures for the center when needed, support advanced treatment and image guided technology, and take a lead role in collaboration with vendors and IT to address clinically related hardware and software issues
• Evaluates patient and records applicable notes about patient's condition for purposes of serving as a record of treatment and/or making a possible referral to another member of the health care medical staff team.
• Ensure oncology radiation physics services comply with UAE applicable regulations and requirements.
• Liaisons with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatment
• Supplies and provides care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner
• Liaise for machine maintenance and repair with Clinical Engineering Department.
• Follows ethical and regulatory guidelines
• Takes part in administrative functions that ensure the continued operations of the clinical environment, such as committees, task forces and performance improvement measures
• Adheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Medical Staff
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Lead machine acceptance testing and prepare the required documentation to support FANR regulatory compliance for heavy ion technology (HIT) and particle therapy.
• Develop HIT/CIRT-specific quality assurance guidelines, testing procedures, and documentation frameworks.
• Contribute to treatment planning protocols for HIT/CIRT, including dose calculation methods, algorithm modeling, and plan validation techniques.
• The role will include international travel for training purposes.
  
  

Role Level Accountabilities:

• Strictly complies with proper radiation safety requirements as mandated by FANR as well as international radiation safety standards, as appropriate; and must adhere to all CCAD-wide policies pertaining to radiation safety and the correct management and wear of occupational radiation monitoring badges.
• (If granted as an authorized user) Upholds and complies with the security measures as required for the HDR Brachytherapy suite.
• Adheres to CCAD's standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies
  
  

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within CCAD, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years' clinical radiation therapy experience with broad experience in treatment planning and quality management
• Experience in particle therapy, including heavy ion technology (HIT), with specific exposure to carbon ion radiation therapy (CIRT). [Preferred]
  
  

Education Requirements

• Masters or PhD in radiation physics
• Holder of current license as required by state and/or national authority
• Valid UAE License or Eligible for UAE License
• ABR board certification in radiation therapy physics. [Preferred]
• Professional Membership with American Association of Physicists in medicine (AAPM) [Preferred]
  
  

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a multispecialty hospital on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi combines its patient-centred model of care with state-of-the-art amenities and world-class clinical practices to deliver exceptional medical care that has redefined the healthcare landscape in the region.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a physician-led medical institution served by western board-certified physicians and multidisciplinary teams who bring expertise across more than 50 medical and surgical specialties. The hospital aligns with Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030, fostering a robust healthcare ecosystem while providing patients with access to world-class care closer to home.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is composed of 8 institutes, each tailored to meet the region's distinct healthcare needs while prioritizing the Patients First philosophy. Every aspect of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, from state-of-the-art clinical technology to thoughtfully curated patient spaces, has been meticulously crafted to ensure a seamless and culturally attuned experience. From tranquil, family-friendly waiting areas to wholesome culinary offerings and private, comfortable patient rooms, the hospital creates an environment that enhances patient outcomes.

As a designated research and teaching facility licensed by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is at the forefront of medical innovation, driving advancements in clinical care, research and education. It is the first hospital in the UAE to receive Provisional Accreditation from ACCME&174;, allowing it to certify Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi's commitment to excellence has earned global recognition. For the second consecutive term, the hospital achieved the Magnet&174; designation for nursing and patient care, reaffirming its dedication to compassionate care. The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) named Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi the UAE's top research hospital for the second consecutive year in 2024. The hospital was also ranked top UAE hospital on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals from 2022 to 2025, and World's Best Smart Hospitals from 2022 to 2026, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to bringing world-class care to the region and redefining healthcare delivery.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi remains committed to transforming healthcare through innovation and exceptional patient care. Each milestone reflects the dedication of its caregivers, the trust of its patients, and its unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Ownership

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Estimated Service Area

442,681 square meters of hospital floor space

Number of Beds

411 beds

Community Details

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