QA IMRT TECH

Brown Medicine • Cranston, RI

5d • $19 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Reports to the Associate Physicist in charge of QA and second year Physics Resident. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs clinical, patient dosimetry to verify and assure that patient is receiving precisely the prescribed dose. Measures radiation dose, using an array detector, film or ion chamber. Assists Physicists in the collection of patient treatment specific IMRT QA. Operates Linac under supervision of Radiation Oncology Physicists. Assists with machine QA as needed. Works after clinical hours of operation. Participate in physics related aspects of research projects performing such technical duties as setting up equipment, taking measurements and recording data, as assigned Attends meetings and conferences and reads current scientific literature to maintain and enhance professional expertise MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Knowledge: Bachelor’s Degree in physics, or related science or enrolled in undergraduate physics program. Interpersonal skills to consult with other staff members Analytical and advanced numerical skills to perform complex calculations and to evaluate and resolve data discrepancies Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process Work Environment and Physical Requirements: Exposed to low level of ionizing radiation while handling radioactive substances. Wears radiation monitor to monitor exposure. Supervisory Responsibility: None Pay Range: $19.03-$31.39 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: m-f 8-5 Work Shift: Variable Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in physics, or related science or enrolled in undergraduate physics program.
• Interpersonal skills to consult with other staff members
• Analytical and advanced numerical skills to perform complex calculations and to evaluate and resolve data discrepancies
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process
• Exposed to low level of ionizing radiation while handling radioactive substances.
• Wears radiation monitor to monitor exposure.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical, patient dosimetry to verify and assure that patient is receiving precisely the prescribed dose.
• Measures radiation dose, using an array detector, film or ion chamber.
• Assists Physicists in the collection of patient treatment specific IMRT QA.
• Operates Linac under supervision of Radiation Oncology Physicists.
• Assists with machine QA as needed.
• Works after clinical hours of operation.
• Participate in physics related aspects of research projects performing such technical duties as setting up equipment, taking measurements and recording data, as assigned
• Attends meetings and conferences and reads current scientific literature to maintain and enhance professional expertise

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level