Chief Medical Physicist & Radiation Safety Leader

Tal Healthcare; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Retirement plan options with employer

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development and education

Job summary

Tal Healthcare is seeking a Chief Physicist to lead medical physics across the hospital system. You will oversee radiation safety, QA, and regulatory compliance, guiding radiology and nuclear medicine physics services to deliver safe, high-quality care.

You will drive strategy, budgeting for new technology, manage licensing and inspections, and serve as Radiation Safety Officer, mentoring staff and coordinating with clinical leadership on safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Medical Physics or Health Physics.
• 7+ years of medical physics experience with leadership and safety responsibilities.
• ABR certification preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in radiation safety, QA, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience as Radiation Safety Officer or similar leadership role.
• Familiarity with regulatory filings and licensing processes.
• Willingness to participate in on-call duties and hospital safety committees.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for the physics section and medical physics services.
• Serve as the primary resource for radiation safety and regulatory compliance across the hospital system.
• Design, implement, and maintain QA programs aligned with state and federal regulations (NRC, ACR).
• Plan, evaluate, and budget for emerging technology to enhance clinical services.
• Lead procurement, installation, and testing of ionizing radiation equipment with shielding design.
• Ensure calibration, maintenance, and acceptance testing of radiology and nuclear imaging equipment.
• Interface with certifying/regulatory bodies for compliance documentation and inspections.
• Measure and optimize radiation doses to balance exam quality with ALARA principles.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to review procedures and improve patient care quality.
• Support radiation safety education programs for staff and patients.
• Serve as Radiation Safety Officer with quarterly/annual reviews and program oversight.
• Oversee equipment surveys, dosimeter management, and exposure monitoring.
• Lead or support licensing activities, including applications, renewals, and amendments.
• Participate in Radiation Safety Committee meetings and hospital safety initiatives.
• Develop and implement radiation safety training for healthcare professionals and students.
• Investigate unusual exposure incidents and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Radiation safety

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in Medical Physics or Health Physics

Tools

MRI

CT

Nuclear Medicine

Ultrasound

Mammography

Job description

Tal Healthcare is seeking a Chief Physicist to lead medical physics across the hospital system. You will oversee radiation safety, QA, and regulatory compliance, guiding radiology and nuclear medicine physics services to deliver safe, high-quality care.

You will drive strategy, budgeting for new technology, manage licensing and inspections, and serve as Radiation Safety Officer, mentoring staff and coordinating with clinical leadership on safety initiatives.