Linear Accelerator Engineer

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks a Linear Accelerator Engineer to oversee the assessment, installation, verification, calibration, and ongoing maintenance of radiation oncology systems, including linear accelerators, simulators, and imaging tools.

You will collaborate with medical physicists and clinical staff to ensure safe, effective treatment delivery and support multiple modalities across the James Cancer Hospital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• CBET or CRES certification preferred.
• 2 years experience of technical support for linear accelerators.
• Knowledge of radiation oncology procedures and treatment modalities.
• Superior knowledge of electronics, digital circuitry, microprocessors and network technology.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, install, verify performance, and maintain linear accelerators, simulators, and imaging systems.
• Collaborate with medical physicists to support treatment planning systems and modalities.

Skills

Electronics

Digital circuitry

Network technology

Excellent communication skills

Computer skills

Radiation oncology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent

CBET or CRES certification

Manufacturer's training on linear accelerators

Job description

Job Title: Linear Accelerator Engineer

Department: University Hospital | BioMedical Clinical Engineering

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Clinical Engineering Department is responsible for assuring that the patient care instrumentation used within the Medical Center is safe and effective. This includes all aspects of the medical equipment life cycle: pre-purchase assessment, acquisition, installation and performance verification, and routine maintenance and repair. The Clinical Engineering department works with the clinical staff to write specifications for new equipment and to determine the most efficient and cost effective approach for ongoing technical support (in-house support, external contract or a combination of both). The Clinical Engineering department is responsible for the technical support of all patient care equipment and high technology systems. Clinical Engineering provides 24 x 7 on call coverage for emergency support of all medical equipment and systems.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the assessment, installation, performance verification, maintenance and support of multiple modalities of radiation oncology treatment systems including linear accelerators, simulators and treatment planning imaging systems. Collaborates with medical physicist in support of treatment planning systems and multiple therapeutic modalities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Biomedical Engineering Technology or equivalent technical training.
• CBET or CRES certification is preferred.
• Manufacturer's training on linear accelerators and 2 years experience of technical support for linear accelerators.
• Knowledge of radiation oncology procedures and treatment modalities.
• Superior knowledge of electronics, digital circuitry, microprocessors and network technology.
• Superior knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics and chemistry.
• Superior computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include:

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.
• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.
• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• And much more!

Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Why join us

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• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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