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U W-MADISON DIV. CONTINUING STUDIES Medical Physics Assistant in MADISON, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Radiation Oncology Physics Section at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Human Oncology, is seeking a Medical Physics Assistant (MPA) to engage in radiation oncology physics activities. The successful candidate will assist with quality assurance measurements on proton beam treatment delivery systems. The Radiation Oncology Physics section currently employs 23 physicists and five physics residents with continued future growth expected in 2025 and beyond. The MPA shall function as an extender to the medical physics group within the Department, with supervision requirements and a scope of work aligned with guidelines established by the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Medical Physics Practice Guidelines Report 10a and AAPM Policy AP-131-A. Medical physics tasks performed by the MPA shall be reviewed and co-signed by a Qualified Medical Physicist. The primary location for medical physics assistant activities will occur at the UW Health Eastpark Medical Center location, which is part of our dual-hub model located on Madison\'s east side. The 469,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility opened in October, 2024, initially offering photon treatments with two Varian TrueBeams, a Varian Edge, and an Elekta Flexitron Remote Afterloader coupled with Siemens multi-energy CT on rails, as well as dedicated CT and MR simulators. The proton therapy via a Hitachi gantry room and fixed beam room with first-of-kind upright patient positioning system will be offered at the Eastpark location in April 2026. The incoming MPA will be expected to join our proton team during the commissioning phase, providing an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in QA equipment calibration, proton beam measurement, and system commissioning. Additionally, the MPA will have the chance to contribute to the development and implementation of QA programs for both patient treatment and machine performance. This role offers comprehensive training in commissioning, treatment planning, and a variety of research opportunities, including Monte Carlo simulations, proton treatment planning, novel proton... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/6E904A62676C4132