Diagnostic Medical Physicist

One Physics; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

PTO with paid company holidays

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

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Job summary

One Physics in Louisville, KY is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Physicist to support imaging centers and hospital departments by ensuring regulatory compliance, image quality, and patient safety across radiology, radiation oncology, and related areas.

The role requires ABR certification (or CAMPEP residency), 3+ years of clinical imaging experience, and strong communication skills; you will advise on protocol management, shielding, and ALARA practices while collaborating with clinicians and

Qualifications

• ABR certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics or CAMPEP residency qualification.
• 3+ years of clinical diagnostic imaging experience.
• Strong knowledge of state regulations, ACR and TJC criteria.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to go above and beyond for clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated initiative, organization and ownership of daily tasks.
• Ability to solve problems by developing viable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine audits of compliance records for equipment registration and Radiation Protection Programs.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations of radiologic imaging systems (fluoroscopy, radiography, mammography, CT), MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine.
• Oversee and review technologist quality control programs.
• Attend hospital Radiation Safety Committee and Radiation Protocol Committee meetings.
• Consult staff regarding occupational and patient over-exposures.
• Advise on protocol management, dose assessment, and RSP Elements.
• Support training programs in radiation safety and magnet safety.
• Review occupational dosimetry reports and advise when ALARA limits are exceeded.
• Assess public exposure around x-ray rooms.
• Provide shielding design and verify adequacy of installed shielding.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

3+ years clinical imaging experience

Strong communication skills

Initiative and ownership

Problem solving

Client service mindset

Education

ABR board certification or CAMPEP residency

Tools

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

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 Louisville, KY 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.

Benefits

• 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. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to 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.