Medical Physicist Assistant I

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Healthcare Coverage

403B Retirement Package

Competitive Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

On campus Fitness Facility

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Milwaukee is seeking a Medical Physicist Assistant I to support the Medical Physics Section. The role involves assisting in the quality assurance of radiation oncology devices and participating in educational initiatives. Candidates must hold a PhD in Medical Physics or a similar scientific field, and no prior experience is required. The position offers comprehensive healthcare benefits, competitive vacation, and tuition reimbursement, contributing to a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Medical Physics or similar scientific field required.
• No prior experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with acceptance and commissioning of radiation oncology devices.
• Conduct patient specific treatment plan evaluations.
• Maintain equipment and treatment records for accreditation purposes.
• Participate in scientific findings preparation and presentation.
• Engage in educational activities for medical residents and others.
• Complete medical physics certificate program requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Oral communication

Written communication

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in Java

Proficiency in C++

Education

PhD in Medical Physics or similar field

Job description

Overview

As a Medical Physicist Assistant I, you will, under the supervision of Chief Medical Physicist, provide services to the Medical Physics Section in accordance with the highest standards of practice and as required by regulatory and accrediting agencies while completing medical physics certificate program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with acceptance, commissioning, routine quality assurance, and post-service clinical verification of new and existing radiation oncology imaging and delivery devices.
• Assist with patient specific treatment plan evaluation and in vivo dose evaluation.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment and treatment records required for APEx accreditation.
• Participate in cutting edge medical physics clinical activities, including the preparation, publishing, and presentation of scientific findings.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities for radiation therapists, medical dosimetrists, radiation oncology physics residents, and radiation oncology medical residents.
• Complete requirements of medical physics certificate program
• Perform other duties assigned by the Department Administration or Chief Medical Physicist

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attention to detail required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must demonstrate accuracy and situational awareness.
• Ability to closely follow established procedures required.
• Proficiency in computer programming (Python, Java, C++) preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education: PhD in Medical Physics or similar scientific field (Physics, Engineering, etc.)

Minimum Required Experience: 0 years/none

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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