Physicist Assistant, Full-time

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

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

 

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.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

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.

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Medical Physics required or Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Engineering required or Master's Degree Medical Physics preferred

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

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
None required

Knowledge, Skills and 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

45 Francis Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$65,208.00 - $97,562.40/Annual

 

Grade

5

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 s