Cassandra Chumley
About Cassandra Chumley
Cassandra Chumley is a Proton Therapy Field Service Engineer at IBA's Irving Site, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from The University of Texas at Dallas and specializes in the Proton Therapy System, focusing on software testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Current Role at IBA
Cassandra Chumley serves as a Proton Therapy Field Service Engineer at IBA's Irving Site. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's mission of providing advanced cancer treatment solutions. In her role, she supports daily clinical operations for customer clinical staff, ensuring that the Proton Therapy System functions effectively. She is responsible for operating the system during patient treatments and managing specific quality assurance tasks.
Education and Expertise
Cassandra Chumley holds a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from The University of Texas at Dallas, which she completed in 2019. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor's degree in the same field from the same institution, graduating in 2018. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in the technical aspects of biomedical engineering, particularly in the area of proton therapy.
Experience at IBA
Cassandra Chumley has extensive experience with IBA, having initially joined the company as an intern in 2017 and again in 2018, both for three-month periods at the Irving, Texas location. During her internships, she gained valuable insights into the operations and technology of proton therapy, which laid the groundwork for her current role as a Field Service Engineer.
Technical Responsibilities
In her current position, Cassandra specializes in the company's imaging devices and positioning management system. She is involved in software testing, troubleshooting, and experimentation related to the Proton Therapy System. Her responsibilities also include executing preventative and corrective maintenance on the system, as well as implementing system upgrades to enhance performance.
Regulatory Compliance
Cassandra Chumley maintains records in accordance with company quality assurance (QA) and FDA regulations. This aspect of her role is crucial for ensuring compliance with industry standards and for the safe operation of the Proton Therapy System, which is essential for patient care.