James Mascarenhas
About James Mascarenhas
James Mascarenhas is a PT Service Engineer at IBA, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience with medical systems and strong skills in patient and customer interaction, supported by a BSc (Hons) from the University of Liverpool.
Work at IBA
James Mascarenhas has been employed at IBA as a PT Service Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on the technical and clinical aspects of proton beam therapy systems. His responsibilities include maintaining and servicing medical systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety for patient treatments. His experience at IBA has allowed him to further develop his skills in patient and customer interaction, which are essential in the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
James Mascarenhas holds a Bachelor of Science with Honors (BSc Hons) from the University of Liverpool. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in medical systems and technology. He possesses extensive knowledge in particle acceleration and high voltage systems, which are critical in the operation of advanced medical equipment. This expertise supports his role in providing technical services in the field of proton beam therapy.
Background in Therapy Radiography
James has a diverse background in therapy radiography, having worked in various healthcare settings. He served as a Therapy Radiographer at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust from 2016 to 2018. Following this, he worked as a Senior Therapy Radiographer at Rutherford Cancer Centres for 11 months in 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he gained experience as a Locum Therapy Radiographer at RIG Healthcare from 2018 to 2019. These roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of patient care and technical operations in radiotherapy.
Experience with Medical Systems
James Mascarenhas has extensive experience with medical systems from leading manufacturers including Varian, Elekta, Accuray, and Siemens. His work with these systems has provided him with a deep understanding of their functionalities and applications in clinical settings. This experience is complemented by his current role at IBA, where he specializes in proton beam therapy technology, further enhancing his technical proficiency in medical systems.