Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant, Associate, or Full Clinical Professor
About the Role
The University of Utah Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is seeking applicants for a Diagnostic Medical Physics faculty position. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in clinical, technical, and regulatory aspects of Nuclear Medicine. This position will provide radiological physics services to Radiology's diagnostic, radiotherapy, and nuclear medicine divisions.
Responsibilities
- Manage radiology departmental operations to achieve high performance and quality goals
- Apply knowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques, and nuclear materials handling to resolve safety issues
- Produce images of internal body structures for clinical purposes or medical science
- Select, procure, maintain, quality check, and dispose of medical equipment in compliance with related policies
- Perform acceptance testing and quality control of diagnostic imaging equipment
- Perform and review shielding calculations
- Implement quality control programs
- Revise and optimize imaging protocols
- Manage protocol doses
- Estimate patient dose
- Provide physics support for ACR Accreditation Programs
- Revise and review departmental and hospital policies
- Participate in medical imaging and dosimetry research projects
- Teach radiological physics to radiology residents
- Provide radiation safety training for professional and technical staff
Requirements
- Ph.D. is required
- Demonstrated ability to manage radiology departmental operations to achieve high performance and quality goals
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with others
- Experience and training in radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques, and nuclear materials handling
- Knowledge of imaging techniques, processes, and procedures used in diagnostics
- Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques, and applications, and of the equipment used in clinical diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring
- Ability to perform acceptance testing and quality control of diagnostic imaging equipment
- Eligibility to obtain Board Certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics from the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Medical Physics
Facilities and Institution
The Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and the Huntsman Cancer Hospital (HCH) provide state-of-the-art facilities on the University of Utah medical campus. HCI/HCH is an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center equipped with extensive imaging resources, including MRI, CT, intraoperative MRI, research and clinical PET-CT scanners, and preclinical imaging tools like small animal PET-MRI and SPECT/CT. The role includes integration into CQCI activities and involvement in regulatory aspects of investigative imaging agents.
About the University of Utah Health Sciences
Ranked #1 in Quality, Safety, and Accountability among academic medical centers, the University of Utah Health Sciences is at the forefront of healthcare innovation and patient care. The institution is recognized internationally for educational excellence and research breakthroughs. As part of the faculty, you will join a highly collaborative and innovative team that values acceptance, integrity, and mutual respect.
Location and Environment
Salt Lake City is an exceptional place to call home, offering an ideal balance of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and professional opportunities. Nestled at the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and surrounded by stunning natural scenery, Salt Lake City is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. With seven ski and summer resorts just a short drive from the city, including world-famous Park City, Deer Valley, Alta, and Snowbird, you'll never run out of places to explore and adventures to experience. Within a day's drive are nine U.S. National Parks.
Beyond its natural splendor, Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, multicultural city that has been listed among the top 25 Best Places for Business and Careers. The city is renowned for its rich culture and history, with museums, galleries, performing arts venues showcasing local and international talent, and the Sundance Film Festival that attracts international visitors to the area. From world-class symphony performances at the Utah Symphony to thought-provoking exhibitions at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, there's something for everyone in Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is one of the USA's most beautiful and safe cities.
Contact
Peter Jenkins, PhD
Director of Medical Physics
Department of Radiology, University of Utah
30 North Mario Capecchi Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132, U.S.A.
Phone: (801) 585-0235
Fax: (801) 581-2414
Email: peter.jenkins@hsc.utah.edu