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The University of Miami has an exciting full time Medical Physicist opportunity located at the Rosenstiel Medical Science Building in Miami.

SUMMARY

The Medical Physicist (H) is responsible for the proper use of device-produced radiation and radioactive materials applied to humans in all University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Health Care Systems facilities and supervises the work and task assignments for Diagnostic Medical Physicists, Medical Physicist Assistants, and Technicians. The incumbent dedicates about 20% of his/her time to matters related to the use of radioactive materials on patients, 20% of his/her time serving as MRI Safety Expert, 50% of his/her time to the use of x-rays in Diagnostic Radiology/Nuclear Medicine, and 10% of his/her time to training of personnel.  

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Establishes quality control, modality accreditation, and radiation safety programs for diagnostic X-rays, Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Ultrasound.

Establishes radiation safety programs for the use of radioactive materials.  Performs internal audits, testing of equipment, and contamination surveys for adherence with radiation safety programs and compliance with government regulations.  Monitors radiation exposure to patients, staff, and the general public and maintains records for government agencies.  Prepares necessary documentation for licensing of radioactive materials and for registration and certification of radiation equipment.  Serves as primary contact during and assists with equipment, accrediting body, and government inspections.  Serves as a member of the hospital’s Radiation Safety Committee. Supports radiation-use and radioactive-materials-use research, including clinical trials, and collaborates with others conducting such research. Able to serve as Radiation Safety Officer on any of the following State of Florida License Numbers: 1319-1, 1319-3, 76-13, 3908-1, 3908-2, and 3908-4.

Establishes protocols for scanning of implanted devices based on MR safe, MR conditional. Contributes to clinical services by serving as MRI Safety Expert, optimizing MRI-based clinical and research imaging protocols.  Assists in design and execution of MRI data collection and analysis and develops an ongoing process for quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and ACR accreditation. 

Conducts equipment acceptance testing and evaluates new technologies and upgrades.  Provides MR physics education for Resident and Fellow training programs.  Carries out MRI research, including clinical trials, and collaborates with others conducting such research.

Establishes radiation safety programs for x-rays, linear accelerators, and other therapy devices. 

Performs radiation shielding calculations for diagnostic facilities and radiation surveys. 

Provides radiation safety sessions to Residents and Physicians working with radioactive materials or x-rays; provides radiation safety training to Nurses working with radiation or caring for patients with radioactive materials. Ensures internal control oversight and compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding of assets, compliance with University of Miami policies and procedures, reliability of internal and external reporting, and efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Creates an effective control environment, conducts risk assessments, and implements and monitors controls.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                 

Education:

PhD degree in Medical Physics or relevant field; M.S. degree in Medical Physics or relevant field is acceptable.

Completed an accredited Medical Physics Residency.

Certification and Licensing:

Valid State of Florida license in Medical Physics

American Board of Radiology certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics, or

American Board of Radiology certification in Medical Physics, or

American Board of Medical Physics certification in Magnetic Imaging Resonance Physics. or

American Board of Science certification in Nuclear Medicine – Nuclear Medicine Physics & Instrumentation

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience 

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data, including image analysis.Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.                                          

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H20