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Diagnostic Medical Physics Assistant

Requisition Number
73204
Reg/Temp
Temporary
Employment Type
PRN
Shift
Day
Work Schedule
flexible, up to 2 days per week
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status
Clinical
Location Name
University of Utah Hospital
Workplace Set Up
On-site
City
SALT LAKE CITY
State
UT
Department
UUH ANC 12C DIAGNOSTIC RAD
Category
Health Professional - Other

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position assists the Diagnostic Medical Physicist in performing diagnostic machine quality assurance (QA), radiation safety related tasks associated with the use of radioactive materials, and other assignments necessary to help demonstrate compliance with regulatory and accreditation commitments. This position is not responsible for providing direct patient care.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Performs radiation safety audits and surveys.
  • Manages radiation protection garment inventory and inspection.
  • Maintains instrument and equipment calibrations.
  • Assists with handling of nuclear medicine patient survey/waste.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the MIPRS Director.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Demonstrated attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Ability to perform detailed measurements using modern, sensitive instrumentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide clear and professional written/verbal communication.
  • Demonstrated accountability for work, taking ownership for quality, and timeliness of work.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, a scientific field, or a closely related field.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

  • Previous work experience as a Diagnostic Medical Physics Assistant

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

  • This position is moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, moving from one work site to another. This position may exert up to 20 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking

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To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.


Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu/

 


The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

 

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.