MRI/CT Protocol Lead – Cardiac Imaging & Safety

Memorial Hermann Health System; Des Moines (IA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Physicist to lead CT and MRI protocol development, influence imaging initiatives, and collaborate with vendors on new technologies. This home-based role emphasizes time for program development, professional growth, and leadership in radiation safety within a large health system.

You will advise imaging leadership, support accreditation efforts, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Physics, Health Physics, Radiological Physics, Medical Physics, or related field required; PhD preferred.
• Texas License in Medical Physics specialty required.
• Board Certification by ABR or equivalent medical physics board.

Responsibilities

• Provides expertise in Diagnostic Radiological Physics and Medical Nuclear Physics.
• Acts as primary Radiation Safety Officer for X-Ray Registration and RAM licenses.
• Oversees radiation safety policies to minimize patient/staff exposure.
• Coordinates testing and evaluations of imaging equipment and shielding.
• Promotes ALARA principles and supports regulatory surveys and accreditations.

Skills

Medical Physics

Radiation Safety

Dosimetry

QA/QC

Regulatory Compliance

Education

M.S. in Physics/Health Physics/Medical Physics

Tools

ACR Accreditation

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Physicist to lead CT and MRI protocol development, influence imaging initiatives, and collaborate with vendors on new technologies. This home-based role emphasizes time for program development, professional growth, and leadership in radiation safety within a large health system.

You will advise imaging leadership, support accreditation efforts, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining a culture of continuous improvement