Diagnostic Medical Physicist

One Physics LLC; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO + holidays

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

HSA

Job summary

One Physics LLC in Indiana seeks a Diagnostic Medical Physicist to support imaging centers and hospital departments across the greater Indianapolis area. This exempt role focuses on regulatory compliance, quality assessment, and dose optimization across modalities with a consultative client-facing approach.

You will perform audits, evaluations, and collaborations with RSO and radiologists, ensuring ALARA principles and accreditation standards while advancing patient and staff safety.

Qualifications

• Board certification by the American Board of Radiology (Diagnostic Medical Physics).
• 3+ years clinical imaging experience including radiation safety and procedures.
• Technical understanding of state regulations, ACR and TJC guidance.

Responsibilities

• Audit compliance records for equipment registration and Radiation Protection Programs.
• Perform annual evaluations of radiologic imaging systems (fluoro, radiography, mammography, CT).
• Oversee technologist quality control programs.
• Attend Radiation Safety Committee and Radiation Protocol Committee meetings.
• Consult with staff regarding dose assessment and clinical protocol management.
• Assist in radiation shielding design and assessments.
• Review occupational dosimetry reports and ALARA adherence.
• Provide training support for radiation safety and magnet safety.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Quality control

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

ABR board certification

CAMPEP residency

Job description

Diagnostic Medical Physicist

Full Time Indiana

Salary Range: $160,000.00 To $200,000.00 Annually

One Physics has been certified as a "Great Place to Work" 3 years in a row as well as "Best Workplaces in Healthcare" in 2022, 2023, 2024 by Fortune. One Physics employees enjoy the support and flexibility of their roles while exhibiting a passion for excellence in all areas of their work. We create a culture where employees feel valued and ensure our communities are receiving the best-in-class treatment they deserve.

At One Physics, our mission is to transform the health and safety of our communities by providing comprehensive medical physics and radiation safety solutions to our clients. Our organization is comprised of leading technical and diagnostic professionals in the medical physics field, coupled with a best-in-class business and client services support team behind the scenes. We share a passion for excellence, dedication to client and patient care, and a commitment to industry leadership.

This role will support the greater Indianapolis, IN market and surrounding areas.

The Role

The 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 an exempt position.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What You'll Need

• 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.
• 3+ years 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.

Physical Requirements

A consulting physicist's job can be physically demanding at times. A typical day may require the physicist to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time wearing a lead apron, lift various pieces of test equipment, move mobile diagnostic medical equipment between rooms at a facility and drive between client facilities. Drive times may exceed 60 minutes to, from and in between client facilities. The physicist must have the ability to lift 50 lb test equipment cases to a height of 3-4 feet, load and unload the cases from a vehicle and transport the equipment into and around the client facility. The physicist is expected to communicate with colleagues and clients on a frequent basis. The physicist will operate a computer and other electronic equipment daily. Requires ability to use and move equipment. Occasional evening or weekend work.

• Competitive compensation.
• PTO plan with paid company holidays.
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription).
• 401(k) Plan with company match after 1 year of employment.
• Group Life & Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Short Term & Long Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Spending Account (HSA).

Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location, as well as candidate experience, education level and expertise. If you have questions on compensation, please ask your recruiter. After receiving a conditional employment offer, candidates must complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to HR@onephysics, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.