Diagnostic Medical Physicist

One Physics•Vernon, CT

41d

About The Position

The Senior Diagnostic Medical Physicist will support imaging centers and hospital departments (radiology, radiation oncology, cardiology, OR, etc.) by performing evaluations of a wide variety of imaging systems in all modalities to ensure compliance with state regulations, accreditation requirements, and relevant practice standards. The physicist will also evaluate and characterize image quality to ensure imaging equipment is operating at optimal performance levels, and provide consultation to clients regarding facility design, shielding requirements, assessment of supplemental shielding, patient and occupational radiation exposure, etc. This role is for primary coverage in the Dallas, TX area and is an exempt position.

Requirements

A board certification by the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Medical Physics, or board eligibility as demonstrated by graduation from a CAMPEP accredited residency in diagnostic physics.
Clinical experience in diagnostic imaging that includes general radiation safety, development and review of Operating, Safety, and Emergency Procedures, and knowledge of clinical protocols.
Technical experience and understanding of state regulations, and ACR and TJC criteria, process, and compliance. Familiarity with applicable regulatory guides, and regulations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A willingness to go “above and beyond” for clients and fellow colleagues.
Demonstrate initiative, organization, and ownership of daily tasks and projects.
Ability to problem solve by seeking, developing, and implementing viable solutions.

Responsibilities

Perform routine audits of compliance records related to the equipment registration, regulations, and Radiation Protection Programs.
Perform annual performance evaluations of radiologic imaging systems (fluoroscopy, radiography, mammography, and CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems, ultrasound, nuclear medicine cameras, etc.
Oversee and review technologist quality control programs.
Attend scheduled hospital Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) and Radiation Protocol Committee (RPC) meetings.
Consult and/or direct staff in response to occupational and/or patient over-exposures.
Advise, support, and consult with technologists, radiologists, and Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) regarding clinical protocol management, dose assessment, and review of Radiation Protection Program Elements.
Supplement hospital training program in providing or reviewing radiation safety, and magnet safety training programs provided to ancillary staff and technologists.
Review occupational dosimetry reports for radiation workers, and consult as needed when ALARA levels are exceeded, or when there is concern about occupational exposure.
Perform assessments of public exposure in areas surrounding x-ray rooms.
Provide design, consultation, and assessment of shielding requirements. Evaluate integrity and adequacy of installed supplemental shielding.
Perform additional duties, as needed.