Health Physicist

About the role

Petrone Associates, a One Physics company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant / Health Physicist to join their growing team. This hybrid role combines responsibilities in diagnostic medical physics support and health physics/radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging equipment evaluations under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist, including computed tomography, radiographic, fluoroscopic, dental, and lead apron testing.
• Carry out quality assurance testing to ensure equipment operates safely, accurately, and complies with applicable standards.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment performance, maintenance, repairs, quality assurance results, and regulatory documentation for senior physicists' review.
• Assist with nuclear medicine quarterly audits and inspections of radiation safety programs.
• Support compliance with NYC Department of Health, New York State, Joint Commission, ACR, and institutional radiation safety requirements.
• Aid in 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.
• Support monitoring, analysis, and interpretation of occupational radiation dosimetry data.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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 NYC and New York 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 NYC metropolitan area.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, quality, and excellent client service.

Benefits

• Highly competitive, market-adjusted compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and sick leave policies
• Continuing education support and reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement within Petrone Associates and One Physics
• In-person and virtual staff meetings for peer collaboration, education, and team interaction
• Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including geographic location, experience, education, and expertise.