Medical Physicist, Medical Imaging
BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC
This is a Diagnostic Stream Position.
The Medical Physicist, Diagnostic Medical Imaging is accountable for on-going quality assurance and acceptance testing for all x-ray, CT, radioscopy and ultrasound equipment, including ancillary equipment (e.g. CR Readers) within the Medical Imaging department and related equipment managed or operated by Medical Imaging staff. The role provides leadership and direction in the medical application of physics and works as a key team member with colleagues and co-workers in continually developing and improving methods to image body structure and function. Key partnerships are with Clinical Practitioners, Medical Physicists, Quality Coordinators, Directors, Scientists, Site-specific Radiation Safety Officers (SRSO) and Medical Radiation Technologist staff throughout Lower Mainland Medical Imaging.
What you’ll do
Responsible for ensuring best practice in the provision of optimization, testing, and quality assurance in diagnostic radiology physics areas such as radiographic X-rays, fluoroscopy, angiography, and computed tomography, as well as non-ionizing radiation modalities such as ultrasound, and ensures that prescribed levels are accurately determined and delivered to the prescribed anatomical volumes. Collaborate with Radiologists, Medical Physicists, other clinical professionals, and technical staff on the introduction of new technologies into the program, including development of policies and procedures, imaging protocols and clinical trials. Provide expertise in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a coordinated and integrated quality assurance program and quality improvement agenda. Monitor quality information, prepare confidential analytical reports and briefing documents. Assess and direct quality assurance programs on all medical imaging equipment according to established performance specifications to ensure the optimization of the quality of imaging systems, safe and effective operation of equipment, and adherence to regulatory requirements and safety codes. Under the direction of the Regional Radiation Safety Officer – Diagnostic Imaging, and with collaboration of site-specific Radiation Safety Officers, the Medical Physicist is assigned to assist in monitoring of radiation levels, including routine monitoring of equipment; provides radiation safety training to appropriate staff; provides input on design for facilities. Ensure that all aspects of license compliance are met including Health Canada Safety Codes, the Diagnostic Accreditation Program of BC Standards (DAP Standards) and Work Safe BC. Responsible for teaching aspects of x-ray physics and radiation protection to hospital staff in the region, teaching and training Medical Radiation Technologists, and providing radiation protection instruction to medical, nursing, and ancillary staff.
What you bring
Membership with the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) in Diagnostic/Radiological Physics or an equivalent body as recognized by the Health Authority is required at this level. PhD or Masters in Physics, or a related Biomedical discipline and a minimum of 2 years clinic experience is required. Valid BC Driver’s License as local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle. A separate CCPM certification is required if providing Mammography services.What you have
Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative and effective working relationships that promote cooperative goal achievement and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect. Demonstrated ability to apply superior communication skills to collaborate and influence internal and external partners, providing advice, guidance and education, and ensuring compliance with standards, criteria and regulations. Demonstrated ability to maintain current knowledge of new developments, trends and research in the medical applications of physics and recommends/implements best practices accordingly. Demonstrated ability to facilitate, collaborate and negotiate for effective conduct of clinical, practice and systems research, and works with colleagues and co-workers to achieve excellence in clinical, practice, and systems research. Demonstrated ability to skillfully develop meaningful indicators of quality and provides constructive reports based on the results of indicator monitoring. Demonstrated ability to use a variety of software applications at an advanced level to prepare reports, briefing materials and other documents and to conduct statistical analysis. Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to site-specific RSOs, and foster a respectful, motivating and empowering environment in which individual competencies can thrive. Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports. Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019). As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees. Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $141,146 - $202,898/ year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan.
Work Location:
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday; 0800-1600.
Requisition Number: 179092E
What we do
BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.
BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̀“ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
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Labor AgreementExcluded Requisition #179092E-2429552 Work Site1333 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G9 Job TypeRegular, Full-Time Salary/Rate$141,146.00 - $202,898.00 / Year FTE1.00 Hours of Work0800-1600 Work DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Expiry Date03-Mar-2025