Siemens Healthineers

Medical Physics Assistant (Prescott, AZ)

Siemens Healthineers$87K — $119K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • AA or BS degree in a relevant field
  • Willingness to relocate to Prescott, AZ or surrounding area
  • CAMPEP Residency candidate
  • Experience shadowing a Radiation Oncology department (preferred)
  • Strong professionalism and diplomacy skills required for interpersonal interactions

Responsibilities

  • Develop self-study and clinical competency programs under supervision
  • Engage professionally with employees, physicians, and the public
  • Conduct observations in radiation dosimetry calibrations and measurements
  • Assist in linear accelerator quality assurance tasks
  • Implement radiation safety measures and support treatment planning
  • Participate in the fabrication and quality assurance of radiotherapy treatment aids
  • Contribute to educational and committee activities within the department

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid parking/public transportation
  • Paid time off and sick leave
Full Job Description
Works at clinical sites to observe medical physics services under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist commensurate with their level of advancement and responsibility as determined by the Sr. Medical Physicist. Implements and abides by Customer Service Standards. Supports and demonstrates Family-Centered Care principles when interacting with customers and with co-workers.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop personal program of self-study and clinical competency with guidance from the medical physics clinical staff.

Contact with employees and physicians in radiation oncology and the public requiring professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and interventional planning. Patient confidentiality must be maintained at all times.

Clinical duties include, but are not limited to Observation in:

Radiation dosimetry calibrations and measurements.

Linear accelerator quality assurance.

Radiation safety measures.

Radiotherapy treatment planning.

Fabrication and quality assurance of radiotherapy treatment aids such as immobilization devices, custom blocks, custom compensators, bolus, etc.

Low dose rate and high dose rate brachytherapy dosimetry and quality assurance.

Stereotactic radiosurgery dosimetry and quality assurance.

Intensity modulated radiotherapy dosimetry and quality assurance.

Participate in the educational and scholarly activities of the program.

Participate in departmental and institutional committees and councils, especially those related to technical, safety, and patient care activities.

Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, guests and all members of the healthcare team, in a professional manner.

Maintain compliance with all Varian policies and procedures and local cancer center policies.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

AA or BS degree

Located or willing to relocate to Prescott, AZ or surrounding area

CAMPEP Residency candidate

Has shadowed a Radiation Oncology department (preferred)

The base pay range for this position is:

$87,040 - $119,680

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.

Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform the essential functions of this position. Many clients require Siemens Healthineers employees and representatives to meet certain Vendor Credentialing requirements before they will be allowed to have access to their sites. Unless prohibited by law, position must meet all Vendor Credentialing requirements necessary to have full client access and must continue to meet those requirements during the course of employment in this position. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: Proof of valid identification (photo, driver's license, SSN) Criminal background checks Drug screens Immunizations (COVID-19, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus) Annual TB testing Healthcare training.

About Siemens Healthineers

Siemens Healthineers is a medical technology company that provides a range of medical devices and services. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Erlangen, Germany. Siemens Healthineers operates in over 70 countries and has over 54,000 employees. The company is a subsidiary of Siemens AG, a German multinational conglomerate. Siemens Healthineers has been recognized for its innovation and commitment to sustainability.
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