Clinical Physics Assistant
- UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job Description
The Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Clinical Physics Assistant (Hospital Blank Assistant I) to support the technical and operational aspects of radiation therapy services. The Clinical Physics Assistant supports the Department of Radiation Oncology in the safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy treatments under the supervision of a Qualified Medical Physicist (QMP). Responsibilities include assisting with routine quality assurance procedures, radiation safety activities, equipment testing, data collection, and maintenance of clinical physics systems and documentation. The position works closely with physicists, physicians, and other clinical staff to help ensure high standards of patient safety, treatment accuracy, and quality care within a fast-paced oncology environment.
Salary: $22.12-$29.18 hourly
Required:
- Ability to establish and maintain accurate records.
- Working knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
- Ability to follow written and spoken instructions.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proficient in use of Excel, Word
- Ability to establish and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to interact effectively as part of a team
- Ability to work variable shifts, i.e. evenings
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
- Must be able to demonstrate analytical reasoning
- Ability to interact effectively as part of a team
- Ability to Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove QA equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Bachelors degree in Physics, Biophysics, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry or a related field.
- Ability to use medical physics software and ARIA, preferred
A PASSION FOR IMPROVING LIVES
Advance your career and experience true inspiration as you collaborate with an exceptional team of top clinicians. As an allied health professional at UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy ongoing opportunities for learning and development so you can continually enhance your skills while positively impacting our world-class patient care. Within our inclusive and supportive culture, you’ll take on unique, high-acuity cases for one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in the world. It’s the chance to bring your best to a variety of highly challenging situations.
If you’re ready to live out your passion and advance your clinical career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these areas:
● Clinical Lab & Pathology
● Imaging
● Pharmacy
● Phlebotomy
● Rehab
● Respiratory Therapy
● Social Work
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations will elevate your standard of living.