Medical Physicist Job Descriptions |
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| Medical physicists apply the principles of
physics to patient care. They research, design and develop
techniques and equipment used by medical staff to diagnose
and treat patients. As a medical physicist you would: · develop and test new systems to help investigate patients' conditions, for example MRI scanning · make sure systems are maintained to a high standard and safe to operate · train hospital staff in the use of new equipment and advise on safety · support staff during the introduction of new techniques or complex treatments · Help plan treatment programmes and explain procedures to patients. The development of new technology to support diagnoses and treatments is an important part of your work, and covers many areas including:
· imaging techniques – to track how organs are functioning and to aid image-guided surgery · radiation and radio therapies – calculating dosages for beams and radioactive implants used in the treatment of cancers · electronics – designing instruments which take measurements or support damaged organs · Laser technology – to reduce the need for invasive surgery, for example breaking up kidney stones or treating eye disorders. Key Skills · a high level of ability and interest in physical sciences · an interest in medicine and in the development of new methods of patient care and treatment · the ability to concentrate for long periods, with a high level of attention to detail · high ethical standards · the confidence to take responsibility for decisions · an enquiring mind and good problem solving skills · excellent oral and written communication skills · good team working skills · The ability to put patients at ease. |
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