Remote MRI/CT Protocol Physicist

Memorial Hermann Health System; Texas City (TX); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas is seeking a Medical Physicist to lead CT and MRI protocol development, especially in cardiac imaging, as part of an in-house physics team. You’ll evaluate emerging technologies with vendors, guide imaging initiatives, and advise leadership on equipment and purchasing decisions.

You’ll have autonomy, strong support, and time to develop meaningful programs while staying at the forefront through conferences and professional development to grow a

Qualifications

• Clinical experience post graduate training preferred.
• Four (4) years of related experience preferred.
• Member of the American Association of Physicist in Medicine or other equivalent professional society.
• Eligible to be the principal Radiation Safety Officer for both Radioactive Material licenses and Certificate of X-ray registrations as defined by Texas Administration Code §289.

Responsibilities

• Provides expertise in both Diagnostic Radiological Physics and Medical Nuclear Physics.
• Carries out the responsibilities and duties of the primary Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for both X-Ray Registration (Certificate of Registration/COR) and Radioactive Materials (RAM) licenses which includes serving as the primary liaison to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Assists in development and evaluation of radiation safety policies, procedures and practices to ensure appropriate radiation practice and minimize radiation exposure to patients, medical personnel and staff.
• Oversees the required Equipment Performance Evaluations (EPE) of x-ray emitting diagnostic equipment (fluoroscopy, radiography, digital radiography, bone density, computed tomography, mammography) and other diagnostic imaging equipment (Ultrasound and MRI), following guidance from the latest standards and regulations, and works with various personnel to troubleshoot and evaluate image quality and technical quality problems.
• Performs dosimetry calculations to ensure regulatory standards are met. Performs shielding calculations and measurements to ensure public exposure levels are within regulatory requirements.
• Works with architects to provide optimal space utilizing with radiation ALARA principles in mind.
• Participates in quarterly medical physicist reviews (quarterly audits) in order to ensure compliance with regulatory radiation safety requirements and acceptable standards of practice in handling, administering, and disposing of radioactive materials.
• Collaborates with the health physicist to investigate and respond to radiation incidents involving patients, employers or visitors and take appropriate corrective action(s) as a subject expert in order to mitigate/minimize the impact to the individuals and the facility.
• Oversees and participates in Radiation Protocol Committees (RPC) and Radiation Safety Committees (RSC) meetings to ensure radiation safety best practices are carried out and state regulations are met.
• Assists with accreditations through the American College of Radiology (ACR) as needed.
• Oversees and provides expertise in regulatory surveys and inspections.
• Coordinates the acceptance testing of new imaging equipment and provides recommendations on shielding evaluation and system performance requirements.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.
• Other duties pertaining to radiation safety and medical physics as required.

Skills

Clinical experience

Radiation safety

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

RSO eligibility

Education

MS in Physics/Health Physics/ Radiological Physics/ Medical Physics

PhD preferred

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System in Texas is seeking a Medical Physicist to lead CT and MRI protocol development, especially in cardiac imaging, as part of an in-house physics team. You’ll evaluate emerging technologies with vendors, guide imaging initiatives, and advise leadership on equipment and purchasing decisions.

You’ll have autonomy, strong support, and time to develop meaningful programs while staying at the forefront through conferences and professional development to grow a