Medical Physics Assistant

Department Overview

The Medical Physicist Assistant (MPA) performs tasks in support of the Medical Physicists in the Division of Radiation Physics within the Department of Radiation Medicine. The general responsibility of the MPA includes performing patient specific quality assurance (QA) measurements. Additionally, the assistants will need to transfer data and run standard machine performance plans.

* Only current OHSU students are eligible for this position.

Function/Duties of Position

• Performs patient specific QA measurements following established procedures (to include operation of the treatment planning system and linear accelerator)
• Performs readout of in-vivo dosimetry measurements using OSLD
• Performs machine verification checks and data transfer.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Minimum 1 year of education in medical physics program
• Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Possess an understanding of clinical radiation therapy, clinical physics and/or dosimetry
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed, especially late night shifts to conduct patient specific quality assurance.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work flow.
• Technical problem solving.
• Excellent computer skills relating to operational software systems/networking

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.

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