Diagnostic Medical Physicist

Description OVERVIEW Atlantic Health System is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Medical Physicist for the Radiation Physics & Safety Department at Morristown Medical Center to work 8:30am-4:30pm including on-call. RESPONSBILITIES Essential Function/Responsibilities: - Maintain a QA program that includes testing of diagnostic & interventional imaging devices consistent with regulatory & accreditation requirements. - Perform acceptance testing as needed, on imaging devices ensuring State, ACR, MQSA & Joint Commission compliance. - Perform radiation shielding calculations. - Review & approve policies and procedures. - Consult in imaging equipment planning. - Monitor radiation dosimetry for personnel. - Calculate & monitor patient dosimetry. - Educate staff & physicians as needed, on QA programs and radiation safety principles. - Teach Physics as part of the Radiology Resident Program. - Perform other duties as assigned. - Primary coverage will be at Morristown Medical Center, with cross-coverage for other AHS facilities. - This position will report to the Manager/Chief Physicist. - Manage the Radiation Safety Program as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) at some of the AHS facilities, ensure compliance with regulations on radioactive material use and x-ray equipment, and provide 24/7 radiation safety support during emergent situations. Qualifications Minimum Education: - MS in Medical Physics (or related field) Minimum Experience: - Minimum 5 years clinical experience preferred - Proficiency in all imaging modalities with a prominent expertise in CT - Must be qualified or eligible as an RSO as per NRC regulations - Excellent written & verbal communication skills - Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint applications License/Certification: - ABR certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics or Nuclear Medical Physics or ABMP certification in Diagnostic Imaging Physics.