Diagnostic Medical Physicist

Team Net Medical • Fredericksburg, VA

2d • $85 - $125

About The Position

The Diagnostic Medical Physicist is responsible for PET/CT equipment testing, calibration verification, and quality assurance, including quarterly hot lab audits. The position supports reliable imaging performance, radiation safety, and compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements. The role collaborates with clinical staff, the Radiation Safety Officer, and equipment vendors on performance issues and staff training.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Medical Physics, Radiological Physics, Imaging Physics, or a closely related field.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Diagnostic Medical Physics by the American Board of Radiology (ABR), American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP), or an equivalent recognized certifying body.
• Eligible for or holds all required state licensure or registration to practice diagnostic medical physics, as applicable.
• Strong background in diagnostic radiation physics, including hands-on experience with PET/CT, radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, dental, interventional, and mobile imaging systems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting ACR accreditation, state inspections, and regulatory compliance for diagnostic imaging programs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Proven commitment to patient safety, radiation dose optimization, and imaging quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform PET/CT acceptance testing, annual performance evaluations, and calibration verification.
• Oversee PET/CT and hot lab quality assurance and quality control programs.
• Conduct quarterly hot lab audits covering radiation safety, equipment QC, radioactive material handling, and required documentation.
• Identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and verify resolution.
• Provide technical reports and support accreditation, inspections, and regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, the Radiation Safety Officer, and equipment vendors on performance issues and staff training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time