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Estimated Pay $18 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Springfield, Illinois

About this job

The Medical Physics Assistant position provides hands-on assistance with routine machine QA,patient-specific QA(includingportal dosimetryandion chamber measurements), and equipment performance checks to help ensure the safety and accuracy of radiation therapy treatments.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Lead, Medical Physicist

Principal Responsibilities

  • Performroutine machine QAon Varian linear accelerators, Siemens CT simulators, and Brainlab ExacTrac Dynamic under the supervision of the clinical physics team.
  • Conductpatient-specific QA, includingportal dosimetryandion chamber measurements, and assist in analyzing and preparing results for physicist review.
  • Assist with daily, monthly, and annual QA procedures using specialized equipment and software.
  • Support calibration, performance testing, and troubleshooting of treatment and imaging systems.
  • Organize and maintain accurate documentation of QA activities, calibration logs, and service records.
  • Contribute to equipment commissioning and clinical implementation of new technology.
  • Coordinate with physicists, dosimetrists, and therapists to ensure safe and efficient clinical operations across both sites.
  • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
  • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
  • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

  • At least2 years of educationin ascience-related degree program(e.g., physics, engineering, medical technology, or a related field).
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience in a clinical or technical healthcare setting is preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with radiation therapy QA tools, portal dosimetry systems, and ion chamber measurements is a strong plus but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and an ability to quickly learn clinical software tools.
  • Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative team mindset.
  • Must be able to travel between Springfield and Jacksonville locations as required.

Working Environment

  • Clinical Environment

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1


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Posting ID: 1117521954 Posted: 2025-07-30 Job Title: Medical Physics Assistant Site