Medical Physics Assistant (Lubbock, TX)

About the role

Provides clinical support management, as a subject matter expert in physics, of incoming customer support requests regarding oncology products. 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.

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.
• Maintain patient confidentiality 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 Lubbock, TX or surrounding area
• CAMPEP Residency candidate
• Has shadowed a Radiation Oncology department (preferred)

Requirements

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. 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

Benefits

• 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

About Siemens Healthineers

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways. When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual's potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together to fight the world's most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.