Physicist- Diagnostic Imaging

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Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

The Diagnostic Imaging Physicist utilizes the scientific method to provide both physics and technical support. This specific position will focus solely on MRI. They evaluate exam protocols, image post-processing, and diagnostic imaging equipment to ensure optimal performance. The Diagnostic Imaging Physicist also assists with all aspects of clinical research and development in medical imaging and works to optimize diagnostic images while maintaining patient safety and promoting best practices. The Diagnostic Imaging Physicist acts as a resource and provides technical support for MRI, including 7T, low-field, MRA, MRS and MRE. Knowledge related to pulse sequence programming or RF simulations is desirable. Recent graduates from a Medical Physics Residency satisfy the 2-year experience requirement. Candidates actively pursuing ABR or ABMP MR Imaging Physics certification are encouraged to apply.

Master's degree in Medical Physics or a related field such as physics, chemistry, computer science or engineering required. Two years experience in a clinical position under the supervision of a qualified medical physicist in a department of Radiology required. 

Additional Qualifications: 

Must be knowledgeable of computer processes and have an understanding of the programming involved. Must have strong skills in the physics of medical imaging and in problem solving. Working knowledge of radiation measurements, diagnostic test equipment and procedures, as well as routine imaging protocol assessment. Must have a good understanding of the clinical manifestations of diagnostic imaging equipment problems and be able to analyze data and draw appropriate conclusions. Expected to work independently and prioritize work. Must have superior interpersonal skills for interaction with all levels of staff and paramedical personnel and demonstrated effective critical thinking skills.

Certification and License: 

Successful completion of Part I of American Board of Radiology (ABR), American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP), or equivalent certification required. Certification completion (successfully passing all three parts of the examination) required within the first three years of hire. Board certification in Diagnostic Medical Physics by the ABR and/or ABMP preferred. A qualified diagnostic imaging physicist means an individual who is certified and maintains certification by the ABR and/or ABMP in Diagnostic Medical Physics.

Application Requirements (must be attached to be considered)

• CV/Resume
• UNOFFICAL, OR OFFICAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
• and for foreign trained lab personnel to provide a detailed equivalency evaluation to include US equivalent degree at the applicants expense.

For international/foreign trained applicants, it is the responsibility of the international/foreign to provide to Mayo Clinic the following information.  The applicant is responsible for the cost associated with obtaining the equivalency evaluation.  

International transcript:

• MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation
• MUST show US equivalent degree
• Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)  OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) "

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Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.