Licensed Medical Physicist

Tal Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Tal Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Medical Physicist to ensure radiation safety and oversight across clinical sites. The role involves independent work reporting to the Director of Radiation Safety and ensuring regulatory compliance while optimizing imaging practices.

Responsibilities include QA testing for nuclear medicine equipment, calibration oversight, and participation in accreditation processes. Travel to multiple clinical locations is expected, with a focus on data management and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Medical Physics or an equivalent program recognized by NYS.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in medical physics or a related field.
• Active NYS License in Nuclear Medical Physics.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety principles, regulatory standards, and QA procedures.
• Proficiency with radiation measurement instruments, calibration, and dosimetry calculations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret performance measurements of nuclear medicine imaging equipment (SPECT, SPECT/CT, PET, PET/CT).
• Oversee radionuclide calibration equipment and dose calculations.
• Conduct Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance testing on imaging devices (uptake probes, dose calibrators, well counters, survey meters).
• Perform radiation protection surveys and occupational exposure monitoring; conduct sealed source leak tests.

Skills

Radiation safety

QA procedures

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in Medical Physics

NYS License in Nuclear Medical Physics

Tools

Dosimetry equipment calibration

Job description

Our client, a reputable healthcare organization known for delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining rigorous safety standards, is hiring a Licensed Medical Physicist. This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced physics principles within a clinical environment, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of radiological procedures. The Medical Physicist will work autonomously, reporting directly to the Director of Radiation Safety, and will play a critical role in maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing radiation safety protocols across multiple clinical sites.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret performance measurements of nuclear medicine imaging equipment, including SPECT, SPECT/CT, PET, and PET/CT units.
• Oversight of radionuclide calibration equipment and calculations related to patient organ doses, adhering to radiation safety standards.
• Conduct Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance testing on various imaging and radiation devices such as uptake probes, dose calibrators, well counters, and survey meters.
• Perform radiation protection surveys, occupational exposure monitoring, and sealed source leak tests.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including NRC, NYC Department of Health, NYS Department of Health, and other federal and state agencies.
• Participate in accreditation processes such as ACR and evaluate research studies involving ionizing radiation.
• Maintain and develop measurement techniques and data management systems, keeping the Director informed of all activities.
• Complete reports and documentation within established timeframes, and attend departmental meetings regularly.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s degree from an acceptable program recognized by the NYS Office of Professions.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in medical physics or a related field.
• Possession of a NYS License in Nuclear Medical Physics.
• Strong knowledge of radiation safety principles, regulatory standards, and quality assurance procedures.
• Proficiency in radiation measurement instruments, calibration, and dosimetry calculations.
• Excellent documentation and interpersonal skills.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include experience with automated data systems, accreditation processes, and familiarity with pertinent regulatory updates.
• Travel to various clinical locations is expected.

Some Of The Benefits

• Competitive healthcare benefits and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and innovation.
• Generous paid time off and work-life balance initiatives.

Salary

The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range.