Medical Physicist Assistant

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

5h

About The Position

The Medical Physicist Assistant assists Medical Physicists with their duties in
the photon and proton radiation therapy clinic. Shift work is expected. Performs
patient-specific radiation measurements and calculations, performs quality
assurance tests of proton and photon beam characteristics and mechanical
characteristics of therapy equipment under the supervision of a medical
physicist, and participates in research and development projects in
collaboration with Medical Physicists. Maintains appropriate proficiency in the
use of radiation treatment machines, radiation measuring equipment, treatment
planning computers, and related software. Assists with radiation surveys of
treatment rooms as required by the clinic’s procedures and state and federal
regulations, follows all medical physics quality assurance procedures and
policies, and performs other duties as assigned. As required by the Supervisor,
also participates in meetings, special task groups, and/or procedures in
Radiation Oncology. The Medical Physicist Assistant must pass credentialing
exams in each area of work after receiving training.

Responsibilities

• Assists Medical Physicists with their duties in the photon and proton radiation therapy clinic.
• Performs patient-specific radiation measurements and calculations.
• Performs quality assurance tests of proton and photon beam characteristics and mechanical characteristics of therapy equipment under the supervision of a medical physicist.
• Participates in research and development projects in collaboration with Medical Physicists.
• Maintains appropriate proficiency in the use of radiation treatment machines, radiation measuring equipment, treatment planning computers, and related software.
• Assists with radiation surveys of treatment rooms as required by the clinic’s procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Follows all medical physics quality assurance procedures and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in meetings, special task groups, and/or procedures in Radiation Oncology as required by the Supervisor.
• Pass credentialing exams in each area of work after receiving training.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed