Job TitleDiagnostic Med Physicist Asst Sr/UKHCRequisition NumberRE44600Working TitleDiagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant SeniorDepartment NameH3180:Imaging ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting objects >50lbs, Overhead reaching, bending, walking for long periods of time and in repitition, data entry, wearing Lead Apparel for long periods of time, driving to off-site UKHC locations and affiliations.
Shift
Day shift. Monday – Friday. Some weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays as needed.
Job Summary
UK HealthCare is seeking a Medical Physicist Assistant (MPA) to support the Diagnostic Medical Physicist. Qualified individuals will have a Bachelor’s of Science. Preferably, BS in Radiologic Sciences and a KY State Radiation License with ARRT credentials.
The MPA will perform testing of radiation producing equipment, quality and safety checks related to radiation safety across the enterprise, under the direction of the Diagnostic Medical Physicist, to meet and exceed State, Federal, and accrediting body regulations and standards. In addition, this position will monitor compliance with training requirements of fluoroscopy operators in accordance with new TJC standards for the enterprise. Candidates must communicate effectively, have excellent customer service, time management, and organizational skills.
This position will require computer skills, lifting >50 lbs, travel to remote locations, and flexible scheduling (Monday – Friday days. Evening, weekends, and holidays may be required.)
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Office, Diagnostic Testing Tools and associated software, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems, Radiology Systems.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Bachelor of Science in physics or engineering, or Radiological Technologist with BS, KY State Radiation Operator License and current ARRT certification preferred.
Deadline to Apply04/28/2024University Community of Inclusion
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