The Medical Physicist Assistant assists Medical Physicists with their duties in the photon and proton radiation therapy clinic. Shift work is expected.
The Medical Physicist Assistant 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. The Medical Physicist Assistant maintains appropriate proficiency in the use of radiation treatment machines, radiation measuring equipment, treatment planning computers, and related software. The Medical Physicist Assistant 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, the Medical Physicist Assistant 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.
Bachelor’s degree; physical science preferred.
The Medical Physicist Assistant position also requires excellent computer skills, technical problem solving skills, flexibility in work hours, ability to work evening and overnight shifts, ability to manage time, and the ability to communicate effectively both written and orally, and cooperate with others.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
Mayo Clinic has expanded and changed in many ways, but our values remain true to the vision of our founders. Our primary value – The needs of the patient come first – guides our plans and decisions as we create the future of health care. Join us and you'll find a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career.
Mayo Clinic was founded in Rochester, Minnesota by brothers Dr. William James Mayo and Dr. Charles Horace Mayo. More than 100 years later, their vision continues to evolve around a single guiding value: "The needs of the patient come first." Today we are the largest integrated, not for-profit medical group practice in the world.
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