Medical Physics Assistant - Geisinger
Danville, PA
About the Job
Job Summary
The Medical Physics Assistant performs tasks in support of the Medical Physicists in the Department of Radiation oncology. This will include conducting QC measurements of linear accelerators as well as (non)radiation emitting imaging systems. Work conducted by the medical physics assistant will be under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist.
Job Duties
+ Assists in the development and implementation of new technologies and processes.
+ Gathering of measurement data and/or the evaluation and verification of new technologies.
+ Performs validation measurements for new technology and processes.
+ Performs clinical quality assurance (QA) measurements, including patient specific QA.
+ Maintain detailed records of test and verification measurements.
+ Other duties as assigned by the supervising qualified medical physicist.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
+ This role is expected to work on-site, primarily located in Danville, PA, with potential assignment(s) at satellite sites.
+ Master's degree in physics, engineering, applied science. Possess an understanding of clinical radiation therapy, clinical physics and/or dosimetry.
Education
Master's Degree- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
The Medical Physics Assistant performs tasks in support of the Medical Physicists in the Department of Radiation oncology. This will include conducting QC measurements of linear accelerators as well as (non)radiation emitting imaging systems. Work conducted by the medical physics assistant will be under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist.
Job Duties
+ Assists in the development and implementation of new technologies and processes.
+ Gathering of measurement data and/or the evaluation and verification of new technologies.
+ Performs validation measurements for new technology and processes.
+ Performs clinical quality assurance (QA) measurements, including patient specific QA.
+ Maintain detailed records of test and verification measurements.
+ Other duties as assigned by the supervising qualified medical physicist.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
+ This role is expected to work on-site, primarily located in Danville, PA, with potential assignment(s) at satellite sites.
+ Master's degree in physics, engineering, applied science. Possess an understanding of clinical radiation therapy, clinical physics and/or dosimetry.
Education
Master's Degree- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
Source : Geisinger
