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Corewell Health . Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects of the diagnostic physics program and radiologic technology at Corewell Health. Responsibilities include clinical duties, innovation, teaching, research, service to the Corewell Health enterprise and career development through leadership of the Diagnostic Medical Physics team as well as involvement in professional societies. Within Imaging and for departments that use imaging in other service lines, responsible for image quality and radiation safety for patients and employees. Along with the Diagnostic Medical Physics team, provides consultant services to the organization, as well as the physicians, in the clinical use of all imaging modalities. Radiologic technology responsibilities include support for optimizing clinical protocols. Actively participates in departmental projects including radiation shielding evaluation as well as operational requirements for imaging equipment. As Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), responsible for compliance with Federal (NRC) and State of Michigan regulations pertaining to the use of radiation. This individual will be the named RSO on the Corewell Health West NRC license. Certification by either the American Board of Radiology in Nuclear Medicine Physics is required or must be obtained within 9 months of hire. Alternative certification by the American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine in Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation is accepted. Responsibilities
Oversees the activities of the physicists and any other staff assigned to the physics and technology area. Ensures imaging equipment is evaluated and operates according to standards. Serves as the Qualified Medical Physicist for Imaging at Corewell Health West. Includes oversight of modality accreditation efforts and technical aspects of the department quality assurance program, routine equipment quality control and initial/annual performance testing, technical review of proposed equipment specifications, and optimization of imaging and dose characteristics within the system. Serves as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for Spectrum Health Hospitals, Grand Rapids; manages the functions of the SHH Radiation Safety Committee. Provides technical expertise on radiation safety, writes/ reviews policies, and ensures regulatory and Joint Commission compliance. Monitors employee exposure and calculates patient doses when appropriate. Provides shielding design calculations for diagnostic X-ray, CT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT rooms; verifies integrity of protective barriers and provides reports to federal/state agencies. Acts as consultant to the team on treatment techniques for dose optimization, program development, and deployment of new technologies and techniques. Provides radiological physics and radiation safety education to residents, physicians, technologists, and other hospital staff as appropriate. Participates in hiring, training, and supervision; planning and assigning work; performance appraisal; and addressing employee issues. Ensures processes and services are monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency; engages in quality improvement and implements new services. Participates in safety initiatives and completes safety competencies; performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required: Master’s Degree in Radiological or Medical Physics Preferred: Doctorate in Radiological or Medical Physics 5 years of relevant experience in diagnostic imaging with specialization in nuclear medicine imaging (Required) 2 years of experience in participation in a radiation safety program (Required) 1 year of administrative/supervisory experience (Preferred) CRT-Medical Physics - ABR American Board of Radiology Nuclear Medicine Physics (Upon Hire required) CRT-Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation - American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (Upon Hire required) Physical Demands
Various lifting and carrying requirements with light to moderate weights; standing and walking requirements; occasional climbing and driving. Detailed list includes: Pallet to Waist, Waist to Waist, Waist to Chest, Waist to Overhead, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Trunk Rotation, Squat, Climbing, Reach, Dexterity, and other related activities. Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv. Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more. Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Eligibility for benefits determined by employment type and status. Job Details
Primary Location: SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids Department Name: Administration - Radiology Butterworth Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work: 40 Days Worked: M-F Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends Corewell Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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Nuclear Medicine Physicist and RSO
role at
Corewell Health . Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects of the diagnostic physics program and radiologic technology at Corewell Health. Responsibilities include clinical duties, innovation, teaching, research, service to the Corewell Health enterprise and career development through leadership of the Diagnostic Medical Physics team as well as involvement in professional societies. Within Imaging and for departments that use imaging in other service lines, responsible for image quality and radiation safety for patients and employees. Along with the Diagnostic Medical Physics team, provides consultant services to the organization, as well as the physicians, in the clinical use of all imaging modalities. Radiologic technology responsibilities include support for optimizing clinical protocols. Actively participates in departmental projects including radiation shielding evaluation as well as operational requirements for imaging equipment. As Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), responsible for compliance with Federal (NRC) and State of Michigan regulations pertaining to the use of radiation. This individual will be the named RSO on the Corewell Health West NRC license. Certification by either the American Board of Radiology in Nuclear Medicine Physics is required or must be obtained within 9 months of hire. Alternative certification by the American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine in Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation is accepted. Responsibilities
Oversees the activities of the physicists and any other staff assigned to the physics and technology area. Ensures imaging equipment is evaluated and operates according to standards. Serves as the Qualified Medical Physicist for Imaging at Corewell Health West. Includes oversight of modality accreditation efforts and technical aspects of the department quality assurance program, routine equipment quality control and initial/annual performance testing, technical review of proposed equipment specifications, and optimization of imaging and dose characteristics within the system. Serves as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for Spectrum Health Hospitals, Grand Rapids; manages the functions of the SHH Radiation Safety Committee. Provides technical expertise on radiation safety, writes/ reviews policies, and ensures regulatory and Joint Commission compliance. Monitors employee exposure and calculates patient doses when appropriate. Provides shielding design calculations for diagnostic X-ray, CT, SPECT/CT, and PET/CT rooms; verifies integrity of protective barriers and provides reports to federal/state agencies. Acts as consultant to the team on treatment techniques for dose optimization, program development, and deployment of new technologies and techniques. Provides radiological physics and radiation safety education to residents, physicians, technologists, and other hospital staff as appropriate. Participates in hiring, training, and supervision; planning and assigning work; performance appraisal; and addressing employee issues. Ensures processes and services are monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency; engages in quality improvement and implements new services. Participates in safety initiatives and completes safety competencies; performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Required: Master’s Degree in Radiological or Medical Physics Preferred: Doctorate in Radiological or Medical Physics 5 years of relevant experience in diagnostic imaging with specialization in nuclear medicine imaging (Required) 2 years of experience in participation in a radiation safety program (Required) 1 year of administrative/supervisory experience (Preferred) CRT-Medical Physics - ABR American Board of Radiology Nuclear Medicine Physics (Upon Hire required) CRT-Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation - American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (Upon Hire required) Physical Demands
Various lifting and carrying requirements with light to moderate weights; standing and walking requirements; occasional climbing and driving. Detailed list includes: Pallet to Waist, Waist to Waist, Waist to Chest, Waist to Overhead, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Trunk Rotation, Squat, Climbing, Reach, Dexterity, and other related activities. Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv. Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more. Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Eligibility for benefits determined by employment type and status. Job Details
Primary Location: SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids Department Name: Administration - Radiology Butterworth Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work: 40 Days Worked: M-F Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends Corewell Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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