Medical Physicist Assistant

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare Inc. is seeking a Physics Data Analyst to assist the Medical Physics team with routine quality assurance tasks and data collection using various radiation detectors.

The role involves documenting analyses and presenting findings to Medical Physicists, with collaboration across the radiation oncology team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in medical/health physics or a related field, with a Master’s degree preferred, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in medical/health physics, physical science, engineering, or other scientific field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection of QA data with radiation detectors (EPID, ion chambers, diodes, survey meters, etc.).
• Present data to the Medical Physicists.
• Collaborate with the radiation oncology team to carry out quality assurance and process improvement duties.
• Perform routine quality assurance tasks under supervision of a Medical Physicist.

Skills

Motivated work ethic

Detail oriented

Excellent verbal and written comms

Education

Bachelor's Degree in medical/health physics, physical science, engineering, or other scientific field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Physics Data Analyst will assist the Medical Physics team with routine quality assurance tasks. Performs routine medical physics tasks, under the supervision of a Medical Physicist. The Physics Data Analyst will assist in the collection of quality assurance data with various radiation detectors (EPID, ion chambers, diodes, survey meters, etc) and other tasks under the supervision of a Medical Physicist. This incumbent must be able to keep accurate records of data analysis and documentation, and be able to present data to the Medical Physicists. The Physics Data Analyst will collaborate with members of the radiation oncology team (physicists, physicians, dosimetrists, therapists, nursing staff, IT, etc.) to carry out quality assurance and process improvement duties. Role will require other duties to support Division of Medical Physics as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor\'s Degree in medical/health physics, physical science, engineering, or other scientific field.


• Master\'s degree preferred.


• Must have a motivated work ethic, be detail oriented, and systematic in thinking and approach, excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.

After hours and weekend work required.

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.