Radiation Oncology Engineer

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Oncology Engineer operates under minimal supervision to provide essential technical support and innovative solutions for linear accelerators and other sophisticated radiation-producing equipment. This role is pivotal in ensuring optimal performance and safety, directly impacting patient treatment efficacy and departmental productivity.

Requirements

• ASEE or Associate’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• two (2) years experience maintaining and servicing medical linear accelerators or CT or MR imaging equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Specific experience on Varian or Elekta accelerators, or Philips and imagers is preferred.
• Authorized Varian, Elekta or Philips training is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced technical support related to the maintenance and operation of medical linear accelerators, computed tomographs (CT) or Magnetic Resonance Imagers (MRI) and other large, complex equipment found in a radiation oncology department including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and performing emergency repairs.
• Coordinate vendor service when necessary.
• Maintain inventory and orders parts for linear accelerators, CTs or MRIs, and other assigned equipment as necessary
• Design, construct and modify treatment accessories for physics and other department members as needed for patient treatment or imaging, quality assurance and research support.
• Provide special and periodic reports and statistics concerning service quality and maintains technical performance data and other related documentation.
• Assist in preparation of technical service cost estimates and proposals.
• Advise in selection and evaluation of technical service contracts.
• May train/mentor Radiation Oncology Engineers concerning advanced technical skills as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree