Job description

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Heart Hospital Building

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Address: 1301 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40. 00

Department Details

Sanford Health is seeking a Physicist diagnostic imaging operations in Sioux Falls, SD. The employee will share duties with one other Physicist and a Physics Assistant. Certification in diagnostic medical physics is preferred; however, consideration will be given to new grads and non-certified physicists who are board eligible.

This position will be involved in all aspects of modern diagnostic imaging including acceptance testing, shielding calculations, protocol optimization, and ongoing Quality Assurance and Quality Control operations. Imaging modalities supported include mammography, general radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, SPECT, and PET.

While based in Sioux Falls support is also provided to satellite Sanford Health clinics in South Dakota, Southwest Minnesota, and Northwest Iowa. Overnight travel is not anticipated, but may be possible on occasion.

Job Summary

Provides consultation services to physicians and staff regarding the use of radiation to obtain quality diagnostic images. Oversees the use of radiation in diagnostic imaging and/or radiation oncology for the Sanford system to ensure safety and compliance with professional accreditations as well as state and federal requirements. Helps install printers, computers, and other technology related to the clinic (i.e., CT, simulation, setups, fabricate materials). Utilizes knowledge of physics and technology as a resource when consulting with physicians. Possesses an understanding of radiological fields.

Qualifications

Master s degree in physics, biophysics, medical physics or radiological physics.

Two years experience working in diagnostic radiology/nuclear medicine department responsible for equipment testing and quality control/quality assurance preferred.

Board certified required. If not certified, the new hire has five years from time of hire to become certified.

For a physicist in diagnostic radiology, acceptable certifications are: the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Physics, Diagnostic Medical Physics, or Diagnostic Radiologic Physics, American Board of Medical Physics, Canadian College of Physicist in Medicine or related certification board.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0140843

Education: Master Degree (Required)

Job Function: Allied Health

Featured: No

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