Medical Physics Assistant at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for assisting the Medical Physics team with quality assurance measurements for patient-specific treatment plans and treatment machine performance. All work will be completed under the supervision of a Medical Physicist.


Essential Functions
Assists in the design, setup, and execution of experiments, including operating equipment and collecting and analyzing data.


Prepares, performs and documents patient specific quality assurance measurements for x-ray linear accelerator and proton therapy radiation oncology treatment plans.


Executes routine quality assurance tests on proton and x-ray treatment machines.


Safely and effectively utilizes various equipment, including radiation detectors, measurement phantoms and software packages.


Keeps accurate records of data and documentation acquired and presents to Medical Physics team as needed.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned


Complies with all policies and standards


Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes



Qualifications



Education



Bachelor's Degree Medical Physics required or


Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent, required or


Master's Degree Medical Physics preferred


Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No



Experience



None required



Knowledge, Skills & Abilities



Must have a working knowledge of scientific testing.


Must have experience performing analysis and reporting of experimental measurements via computer software and specialized scientific tools.


Possess excellent computer skills and technical problem solving skills.


Ability to manage time and to communicate effectively.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Physical Requirements



Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


75 Francis Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


1



Employee Type


Per Diem



Work Shift


Rotating (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.