Medical Physicist Assistant (Diagnostic)

One Physics; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO with paid holidays

401(k) Plan with company match

Group Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

One Physics is seeking a motivated Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant to join our Nashville area team. You will support hospitals and imaging centers with imaging equipment evaluations, QA testing, and radiation safety documentation under seasoned physicists.

The role includes audits, regulatory reviews, and contributing to radiation protection programs to ensure patient and staff safety. Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and familiarity with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Experience with QA testing and radiological safety documentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with state, Joint Commission and ACR standards is a plus.
• Willingness to travel between client sites in the Nashville area.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging equipment evaluations under supervision.
• Conduct quality assurance testing to ensure safe, compliant operation.
• Maintain detailed records of performance and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with nuclear medicine audits and radiation safety inspections.
• Support Radiation Protection Programs and client safety initiatives.
• Attend Radiation Safety Committee meetings as needed.
• Monitor and interpret occupational dosimetry data.
• Prepare consultation reports and corrective actions for ALARA exposures.

Skills

QC phantom testing

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Regulatory document management

Radiation safety knowledge

Excellent communication

Education

Master’s degree in Nuclear Medicine/Health Physics/Medical Physics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

One Physics is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant to join our growing team.

One Physics is the leading provider of medical physics and related services and has been certified as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years and recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Healthcare in 2022 and 2023. At One Physics, our employees enjoy the support, flexibility, and career development opportunities needed to succeed while contributing to best-in-class patient care and radiation safety services.

The Role

The successful candidate will work under the direction of qualified medical physicists to support hospitals, imaging centers, and outpatient facilities throughout the Nashville metropolitan area.

The role will include assisting with diagnostic imaging equipment performance evaluations, supporting radiation protection programs, conducting quality assurance testing, assisting with nuclear medicine audits, reviewing radiation safety documentation, and helping ensure compliance with applicable Tennessee State, Joint Commission, ACR, and institutional requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within the medical physics and radiation safety field while gaining hands‑on experience across a broad range of clinical environments.

What You’ll Do

• Perform diagnostic imaging equipment evaluations under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist, including computed tomography, radiographic, fluoroscopic, dental, and lead apron testing.
• Conduct quality assurance testing to verify that equipment is operating safely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment performance, maintenance, repairs, quality assurance results, and regulatory documentation for review by senior physicists.
• Assist with nuclear medicine quarterly audits and inspections of radiation safety programs.
• Support compliance with the Department of Health, Tennessee State, Joint Commission, ACR, and institutional radiation safety requirements.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and review of Radiation Protection Programs and related procedures for medical clients.
• Attend Radiation Safety Committee meetings for hospital-based clients, as needed.
• Assist with monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting occupational radiation dosimetry data.
• Help prepare consultation reports and corrective action recommendations for exposures exceeding ALARA thresholds.
• Support incident response activities involving potential or actual radiation exposure, contamination, or loss of radioactive material.
• Work closely with Radiation Safety Officers, regulatory agencies, physicists, and operational staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Master’s degree in Nuclear Medicine, Health Physics, Medical Physics, Radiological Sciences, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience with QC phantom testing, diagnostic imaging equipment, or regulatory document management is preferred.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic x-ray, fluoroscopic, and/or nuclear medicine equipment is a plus.
• Familiarity with city and Tennessee State radiation regulations, ACR standards, and Joint Commission requirements is preferred.
• Interest in continuing education and professional growth in radiation safety, health physics, and diagnostic medical physics.
• Willingness to progress toward serving as a Radiation Safety Officer or supporting RSO functions for clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer-based documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to client‑specific needs.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a professional, client‑focused approach.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between client sites throughout the Nashville metropolitan area.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, quality, and excellent client service.
• 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. 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.