Mammography Inspector - Health Physicist I (Statewide QA)

Texas Department of State Health Services; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Arlington, TX seeks a Health Physicist I to perform complex mammography inspections nationwide, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Works with minimal supervision and supports regulatory reporting and disaster response.

The role requires knowledge of health physics, radiation safety, and MQSA/Mammography regulations, with opportunities for professional development and field inspections across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in science or health-related field required.
• ARRT or MRT certification preferred for radiologic work.
• MQSA inspector certification or equivalently recognized credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct state-wide inspections of mammography systems and records for compliance with regulations.
• Prepare investigative and facility reports under MQSA guidelines and submit to FDA data centers.
• Conduct investigations, assist MQSA inspectors, and support disaster response and COOP activation.

Skills

Radiation safety

Mammography knowledge

Health physics

Regulatory inspections

Technical reporting

Public health compliance

Communication skills

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in science or health-related field

ARRT Certification as Radiologic Technologist

MQSA Inspector Certification

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services in Arlington, TX seeks a Health Physicist I to perform complex mammography inspections nationwide, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Works with minimal supervision and supports regulatory reporting and disaster response.

The role requires knowledge of health physics, radiation safety, and MQSA/Mammography regulations, with opportunities for professional development and field inspections across multiple locations.