Work under the supervision of Faculty Medical Physicists to preform quality assurance measurements for clinical treatments and assist with research measurements and analysis. Perform patient-specific dosimetric measurements, dose calculations, dosimetric and geometric comparisons, and preform analysis for radiation oncology treatments. Measurements will include film acquisition and digitization, flat panel detectors, ion chambers, diodes, and other dosimetric devices. Acquire quality assurance…
information including machine data, patient setup, and imaging information during radiation oncology patient treatments. Set up this data for analysis with respect to expected results. Assist in commissioning of new quality assurance equipment as appropriate. Perform patient-specific and process-related quality assurance checks of the treatment planning and delivery process from patient immobilization through CT-simulation, treatment planning and delivery,-related imaging and QA data. Assist with the introduction of new technology and procedures into radiation oncology treatment practice. Perform dosimetric measurements, analysis, documentation and training for commissioning of radiation oncology equipment. Support advanced patient imaging and positioning protocols by developing procedures and instructing staff. Acquire and analyze patient data for retrospective or prospective clinical and protocol studies. Bachelor's degree in medical technology or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated successful clinical experience, demonstrated ability to effectively communicate medical terminology and technical procedures, demonstrate ability to identify and take appropriate actions with clinical results, and demonstrate effective organizational skills within a lab setting. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate medical terminology and technical procedures. Demonstrated ability to identify and take appropriate actions with clinical results Demonstrated effective organizational skills within a lab setting Ability to lift equipment weighing 35 pounds. Specialized training in radiological physics or dosimetry, or an equivalent amount of education and experience. Experience in data analysis techniques, experimentation, and software analysis tools is desirable. 1+ years of experience with radiation measurement techniques and use and testing of radiation treatment planning system is also desirable. This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.