Medical Physicist Assistant
About Us
One Physics is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant to join our growing team. One Physics is the leading provider of medical physics and related services and has been certified as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years and recognized by Fortune as one of the Best Workplaces in Healthcare in 2022 and 2023. At One Physics, our employees enjoy the support, flexibility, and career development opportunities needed to succeed while contributing to best-in-class patient care and radiation safety services.
What You’ll Do
- Perform diagnostic imaging equipment evaluations under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist, including computed tomography, radiographic, fluoroscopic, dental, and lead apron testing.
- Congduct quality assurance testing to verify that equipment is operating safely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable standards.
- Maintain detailed records of equipment performance, maintenance, repairs, quality assurance results, and regulatory documentation for review by senior physicists.
- Assist with nuclear medicine quarterly audits and inspections of radiation safety programs.
- Support compliance with the Department of Health, Tennessee 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.
- Aid in monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting occupational radiation dosimetry data.
- Help 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.
What You’ll Need
- 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 city and Tennessee 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 Nashville 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 One Physics
- In-person and virtual staff meetings for peer collaboration, education, and team interaction
Final Compensation
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates may be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. One Physics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to membership in any protected class.