Medical Physics Assistant, Miami Cancer Institute, FT, 12:30P-9P

Baptist Health South Florida • Miami, FL

364d • $36 - $46

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Medical Physics and physics staff, the Physics Assistant contributes to the organizational plan of the Radiation Oncology Department, to the quality of patient care, and supports the institutional vision and mission. The Physics Assistant coordinates, assists with, and performs multiple technical tasks within the Radiation Oncology department. The Physics Assistant assists in high-level quality assurance tasks, radiation safety-related tasks, and departmental project coordination. Physics assistants assist in minor equipment repairs and oversee vendor repair actions with appropriate training.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree is required.
• Bachelors degree in a physical science, engineering or RTT.
• 10 to 12 years of additional relevant experience may serve in lieu of education requirements at the discretion of the Director of Physics.
• Understanding of clinical radiation therapy, clinical physics and/or dosimetry is preferred.
• Technical capabilities with mechanical and electrical problem solving skills is preferred.
• Above average computer skills relating to operational software systems/networking and strong problem solving skills is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with technical tasks within the Radiation Oncology department.
• Perform high-level quality assurance tasks.
• Assist with radiation safety-related tasks.
• Coordinate departmental projects.
• Assist in minor equipment repairs and oversee vendor repair actions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees