Diagnostic Medical Physicist Asst/UKHC

Job Title
Diagnostic Medical Physicist Asst/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE49571


Working Title
Diagnostic Medical Physicist Assistant


Department Name
H3180:Imaging Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
10


Salary Range
$48,360-81,328/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

0 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 >50lbs, 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?
No


Preferred 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 Apply
05/06/2025


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