Radioactive Materials Licensing Physicist (PET Imaging)

Radioactive Materials Licensed Physicist (PET Imaging)

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers of Colorado (RMCC) has an opportunity for an experienced Radioactive Materials Licensed Physicist (PET Imaging) in Denver.

Located at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, we thrive on over 300 days of sunshine and blue sky each year! Colorado is a beautiful place to live and raise a family. Quality school systems, abundant outdoor activities, a wide variety of indoor cultural opportunities - all coupled with 4 major league sport teams - make this area second to none.

While dedication and teamwork are the key to our success, our work is not our lives.

We believe in a good work/home balance for wellbeing and mental health!

Salary Range: $180,000.00-$250,000.00 Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certification, etc. As of the date of this posting, in addition to your salary, RMCC offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance; long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistant Program, PTO, holiday pay, and tuition reimbursement.

A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, and certifications as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Radioactive Materials Licensing Physicist (PET Imaging) is responsible for the oversight, compliance, and technical support of radioactive materials use associated with Positron Emission Tomography (PET), CT, Theranostics and related nuclear medicine services. This role ensures adherence to all federal, state, regional, and local radiation safety regulations, licensing requirements, and accreditation standards, while supporting safe, effective clinical operations. The position collaborates closely with clinical leadership, physicians, technologists, and regulatory agencies to maintain a high standard of radiation safety, quality, and patient care.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject-matter expert for radioactive materials licensing as it pertains to PET imaging and nuclear medicine.
• Develop, implement, and maintain radioactive materials licenses, amendments, renewals, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NRC, Agreement State, FDA, DOT, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing radioactive materials.
• Support the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and Radiation Safety Committee activities, including incident investigation, corrective actions, radioactive waste disposal, and reporting.
• Conduct radiation safety training and competency assessments for PET technologists, physicians, and ancillary staff.
• Perform radiation exposure monitoring, dose assessment, and ALARA program support. Review workflows, protocols, and facility design to ensure radiation safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with inspections, audits, and surveys conducted by regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Participate in the development and review of policies, procedures, and emergency response plans related to radioactive materials.
• Provide consultative support for new PET tracers, radiopharmaceutical handling, and emerging imaging technologies.
• Provide consultative support for new and existing radiopharmaceutical research protocols, emerging technologies, and new therapies.
• Collaborate with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to support safe and efficient patient care delivery.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Specialized training and demonstrated experience in PET imaging, theranostics, and radioactive materials licensing, including research.
• Eligible for or certified by an appropriate professional board (e.g., ABR, ABHP, or equivalent), as applicable to the role.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in nuclear medicine or PET-related radiation safety and regulatory compliance, in both clinical and research environment
• Working knowledge of NRC and Agreement State regulations governing radioactive materials.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with radiation monitoring equipment, dose assessment, nuclear medicine tracking software, and quality assurance methodologies.

Competencies: Regulatory and compliance expertise

Attention to detail and analytical thinking Problem-solving and risk assessment skills

Effective communication and education skills Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary clinical teams

Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands of this job typically require a full range of body motion, including manual finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination, and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements.

Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods.

Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.

Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances and chemotherapeutic agents.

The role may involve work in imaging suites, hot labs, clinical areas, and administrative offices where radiation-producing equipment and radioactive materials are present.

Reporting Structure:This position reports directly to the Director of Clinical Services and works in close collaboration with the Radiation Safety Officer, Nuclear Medicine leadership, and PET clinical teams. Accreditation & Regulatory Standards Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or applicable Agreement State regulations Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), where applicable American College of Radiology (ACR) PET Accreditation standards Institutional policies and procedures related to radiation safety and quality assurance