Job Description
Overview:
Novant Health is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative student to join our Radiation Oncology Medical Physics team at the Weisiger Cancer Institute. This internship will focus on supporting the development and utilization of 3D-printed patient-specific medical devices for radiation oncology.
Duration : 12-month project with potential for extension.
What does it mean to be a part of Novant Health?
- Novant Health is an integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient centers and hospitals that delivers a seamless and convenient healthcare experience to our communities. The Novant Health network consists of more than 1,900 physicians and over 36,000 team members that provide care at more than 800 locations, including 16 medical centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities and physician clinics. Headquartered in WinstonSalem, North Carolina, Novant Health is committed to making healthcare remarkable for patients and communities providing nearly six million patient visits annually.
- Novant Health medical group physician clinics include more than 1,900 physicians and over 700 clinic locations throughout North and South Carolina. Physicians and clinics provide primary, specialty and urgent medical care in local neighborhoods, communities and hospitals. Collectively, they work together to improve the practice of medicine.
- Novant Health is one of ranking No. 38 in North Carolina, according to Forbes and market research company, Statista. Novant Health has been consistently recognized as a Best-In-State Employer since Forbes launched the list in 2019.
- Novant Health has been ranked No. 17 in the nation and third among U.S. health systems in the 2023 Diversity MBA Magazine Rankings for Best Places to Work for Women & Diverse Managers.
- For the fifth consecutive year, Novant Health was named a 2023 recipient of Diversity Impact Awards by Talent Dimensions and the Global ERG Network.
- In 2022, Novant Health provided more than $1.5 billion in total community benefit (including financial assistance and unpaid cost of Medicare and Medicaid). In 2022, Novant Health community engagement contributed more than $1.9 million in charitable contributions to community partners in Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Wilmington that offer community-based health and human services.
At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.
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Qualifications:
- Educcation: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of any STEM program, with a strong enthusiasm for 3D printing, required.
- Experience: Prior experience in 3D printing, preferred.
- Additional Skills Required : Ability to work on-site in the Charlotte area. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Learning Outcomes :
- Gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge 3D printing technology in a healthcare setting.
- Develop professional skills within a leading healthcare organization.
- Impact patient care directly through innovative medical device production.
- Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in the field of medical physics.
- Application Process :
- Interested candidates should send their resume directly to Corey Clift, MS, DABR, Chief Medical Physicist at cgclift@novanthealth.org .
Responsibilities:
Assist in the operation and maintenance of a multi-jet printer from 3D Systems.
Participate in the design and production of custom medical devices.
Collaborate with medical professionals to understand device specifications and requirements.
Conduct research and present findings on the effectiveness of 3D printing applications in medical physics.
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
- Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
- The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
- All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".
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