Emory

CT Medical Physicist - Faculty Rank Open

Job Number
135546
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Division
School Of Medicine
Department
SOM: Rad: Physics & Comp Lab
Campus Location (For Posting) : City
Atlanta
Location : Name
Emory University Hospital
This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues:
Not Applicable

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Discover Your Career at Emory University

 

Become a part of something special. Emory University is a leading academic institution that promotes excellence and attracts world-class talent. Emory University School of Medicine’s Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is committed to fostering a culture that is healthy and sustainable, and a supportive environment for our people to thrive throughout their careers. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community across our clinical, educational, and research missions.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is seeking a full-time CT Medical Physicist in the Physics and Computer Lab.

  • Effectively interfaces between physicians and technologists in the collective aim of achieving compliance, and optimizing care, education, and research. Works collaboratively with Emory Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Grady, Emory Quality committees, and Emory Radiation Safety.
  • Ensures TJC compliance for all applicable CT and fluoroscopy scanners. Assesses current needs and prioritizes corrective actions needed to maintain compliance. Assists with policy development and maintenance. Assists with radiation dose monitoring.
  • Facilitates ACR accreditation for all applicable CT scanners.
  • Manages and monitors technologists QC/QA program and ensures compliance with TJC and ACR.
  • Partners with physicians on CT image quality and dose optimization and oversees protocol changes. Assists with CT protocol standardization efforts. 
  • Supports CT operations and radiology physicians to refine CT technologist performance.
  • Consult with operations, imaging informatics and RIS support staff on RIS functionality. Optimizes existing CT Equipment and provides input on CT upgrades or expansions.
  • Provides dosimetry dose reconstruction for Radiation Safety, Risk Management, or patients requests. Assists Radiation Safety with fluoroscopy dose monitoring and skin dose calculations.
  • Mentors Emory medical physics imaging residents. Develops and maintains technologist training courses. Supports Emory research staff with CT research projects. Develops a strong relationship with physicians, technologists, and researchers. Performs related responsibilities as required.

The Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences is fully committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse group of faculty and staff and to promoting a sense of inclusion and belonging for every member of our community. This climate for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to achieving excellence in patient care, teaching, and scholarship. Underrepresented members in medicine and radiology are highly encouraged to apply.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualified candidate should hold a master's level degree in medical physics or a related degree such as health physics or radiological sciences. Certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Radiology. Ability to develop strong relationship with physicians, technologists, and researchers. Strong expertise in diagnostic medical physics.

 

Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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