Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant, Associate, or Full Clinical Professor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
About the Team and Mission
The University of Utah Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, in partnership with the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and Huntsman Cancer Hospital (HCH), is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Physics faculty member. HCI and HCH form an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center equipped with state-of-the-art imaging resources, including MRI, CT, intraoperative MRI, research and clinical PET-CT scanners, and preclinical imaging tools.
Ranked #1 in Quality, Safety, and Accountability among academic medical centers, University of Utah Health Sciences is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. As part of this highly collaborative and innovative team, you will join a faculty dedicated to educational excellence, research breakthroughs, and a culture of compassion, integrity, and mutual respect. The role integrates into CQCI activities and involves the regulatory aspects of investigative imaging agents.
About the Role
This position provides radiological physics services to Radiology's diagnostic, radiotherapy, and nuclear medicine divisions. The successful candidate will manage radiology departmental operations to achieve high performance and quality goals, effectively interacting with colleagues to resolve safety issues. You will perform acceptance testing and quality control of diagnostic imaging equipment, estimate patient doses, and provide physics support for ACR Accreditation Programs.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include revising and optimizing imaging protocols, managing protocol doses, and implementing quality control programs. You will also serve as an educator, providing radiological physics instruction to radiology residents and radiation safety training for professional and technical staff. A preference is given to candidates with experience in the clinical, technical, and regulatory aspects of Nuclear Medicine.
Location and Environment
Salt Lake City offers an exceptional balance of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and professional opportunities. Nestled at the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the city is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, featuring seven ski and summer resorts within a short drive and nine U.S. National Parks within a day's journey. Beyond its natural splendor, Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, multicultural city recognized as one of the top 25 Best Places for Business and Careers. The area boasts a rich culture with world-class symphony performances, thought-provoking exhibitions, and the internationally renowned Sundance Film Festival.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online via the following link: utah.peopleadmin.com
For questions regarding this position, please contact Peter Jenkins, PhD, Director of Medical Physics, Department of Radiology, University of Utah. You may reach him by phone at (801) 585-0235, by fax at (801) 581-2414, or by email at peter.jenkins@hsc.utah.edu.
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Equal Opportunity and Culture
The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. We value candidates committed to fostering a culture of compassion, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Work location
Work model: On-site
418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
Murray, Utah
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage radiology departmental operations to achieve high performance and quality goals
- check_circlePerform acceptance testing and quality control of diagnostic imaging equipment
- check_circleImplement quality control programs and revise imaging protocols
- check_circleEstimate patient dose and manage protocol doses for safety compliance
- check_circleProvide physics support for ACR Accreditation Programs and review departmental policies
- check_circleTeach radiological physics to residents and provide radiation safety training to staff
- check_circleSelect, procure, maintain, and dispose of medical equipment in compliance with policies
- check_circleParticipate in medical imaging and dosimetry research projects
- check_circleProvide radiological physics services to diagnostic, radiotherapy, and nuclear medicine divisions
Requirements
- verifiedPh.D. required
- verifiedEligible for Board Certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics from ABR or ABMP
- verifiedExperience in clinical, technical, and regulatory aspects of Nuclear Medicine
- verifiedKnowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques, and nuclear materials handling
- verifiedKnowledge of imaging techniques, processes, and procedures used in diagnostics
- verifiedKnowledge of radiography tools, techniques, and applications
- verifiedAbility to perform acceptance testing and quality control of diagnostic imaging equipment
- verifiedAbility to perform and review shielding calculations
- verifiedAbility to implement quality control programs
- verifiedAbility to revise and optimize imaging protocols
Nice to Have
Experience in clinical, technical, and regulatory aspects of Nuclear Medicine.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Safety, Nuclear Materials Handling, Imaging Techniques, Radiography, Quality Control, Shielding Calculations, Imaging Protocols, Dosimetry, Accreditation Programs.
Education: Ph.D. is required for the faculty position..
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To qualify for the Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant, Associate, or Full Clinical Professor at University of Utah - Employment position, applicants should have: Ph.D. required; Eligible for Board Certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics from ABR or ABMP; Experience in clinical, technical, and regulatory aspects of Nuclear Medicine; Knowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques, and nuclear materials handling; Knowledge of imaging techniques, processes, and procedures used in diagnostics; and Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques, and applications.
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