Diagnostic Medical Physicist

About the role

One Physics has been certified as a "Great Place to Work" 3 years in a row as well as "Best Workplaces in Healthcare" in 2022, 2023, 2024 by Fortune. Employees enjoy support and flexibility while exhibiting a passion for excellence. The organization creates a culture where employees feel valued and communities receive best-in-class treatment. Mission: transform health and safety by providing comprehensive medical physics and radiation safety solutions. Comprised of leading technical and diagnostic professionals in medical physics, plus a best-in-class business and client services support team. Passion for excellence, dedication to client and patient care, commitment to industry leadership. This role supports the greater San Francisco, CA market and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine audits of compliance records related to equipment registration, regulations, and Radiation Protection Programs.
• Perform annual performance evaluations of radiologic imaging systems (fluoroscopy, radiography, mammography, and CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems, ultrasound, nuclear medicine cameras, etc.
• Oversee and review technologist quality control programs.
• Attend scheduled hospital Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) and Radiation Protocol Committee (RPC) meetings.
• Consult and/or direct staff in response to occupational and/or patient over‑exposures.
• Advise, support, and consult with technologists, radiologists, and Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) regarding clinical protocol management, dose assessment, and review of Radiation Protection Program Elements.
• Supplement hospital training program in providing or reviewing radiation safety, and magnet safety training programs provided to ancillary staff and technologists.
• Review occupational dosimetry reports for radiation workers, and consult as needed when ALARA levels are exceeded, or when there is concern about occupational exposure.
• Perform assessments of public exposure in areas surrounding x‑ray rooms.
• Provide design, consultation, and assessment of shielding requirements. Evaluate integrity and adequacy of installed supplemental shielding.
• Perform additional duties, as needed.

Requirements

• Board certification by the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Medical Physics, or board eligibility as demonstrated by graduation from a CAMPEP accredited residency in diagnostic physics.
• 3+ years clinical experience in diagnostic imaging that includes general radiation safety, development and review of Operating, Safety, and Emergency Procedures, and knowledge of clinical protocols.
• Technical experience and understanding of state regulations, and ACR and TJC criteria, process, and compliance; familiarity with applicable regulatory guides and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to go “above and beyond” for clients and fellow colleagues.
• Demonstrate initiative, organization, and ownership of daily tasks and projects.
• Ability to problem solve by seeking, developing, and implementing viable solutions.
• Physical requirements: ability to remain stationary for extended periods wearing a lead apron, lift test equipment, move mobile diagnostic equipment between rooms, drive between client facilities (drive times may exceed 60 minutes), lift 50 lb test equipment cases to a height of 3‑4 ft, load/unload cases from a vehicle, transport equipment into and around client facilities, communicate frequently with colleagues and clients, operate computer and electronic equipment daily, occasional evening or weekend work.

Benefits

• 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).

Pay

Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location, as well as candidate experience, education level and expertise.