Medical Physics Resident, Medical Imaging - Nuclear Medicine Stream
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver, BC
The Medical Physics Resident, Medical Imaging provides physics and other specialized skills to support the technical requirements of Medical Imaging. Medical Physicists at this level are trainees and operate under the direction of certified medical physicists. Medical Physics Residents are trained under 2 separate streams: 1) Diagnostic Imaging, and 2) Nuclear Medicine.
Responsibilities are to: assist clinical and technical staff in the provision of high quality imaging; evaluate and troubleshoot the performance of all imaging systems; participate in the investigation of unusual or accidental exposures; participate in ensuring the safety of patients with respect to radiation; perform specification and comparative assessment of equipment at acquisition; teach aspects of x-ray physics and radiation protection to appropriate staff; maintain awareness of related computer technology and developments in software; and participate in the design and setup of new facilities or imaging rooms as required.
What you’ll do
- Clinical Support
The Medical Physic Resident assists clinical and technical staff in the provision of high-quality imaging.
a) Consultation with physicians and technologists regarding imaging protocols,
b) Assists in clinical trials and development as necessary.
- Quality Control
The Medical Physics Resident will learn all aspects of imaging including:
a) Routine evaluation of the performance of all imaging systems as listed in the Resident Handbook,
b) Routine evaluation of ancillary equipment used to measure and/or quantify radioactivity,
c) Routine evaluation of personal protective equipment used in medical imaging and nuclear medicine,
d) Regulatory requirements for equipment performance as specified variously by Health Canada Safety Codes, The College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (Diagnostic Accreditation Program), Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and WorkSafe BC,
e) Helping service personnel trouble-shoot difficult or unusual system problems,
f) Assist qualified medical physicists develop QC related tools.
- Staff Radiation Safety
Under the direction of the Radiation Safety Officer, the Resident will participate in the following to ensure the radiation safety of staff and patients:
a) Routine monitoring of hospital staff who are exposed to ionizing radiation in their work,
b) Supervision of the personnel dosimetry service,
c) Investigation of unusual or accidental exposures,
d) Monitoring of radiation levels e.g. surveys of imaging and therapy facilities,
e) Providing training in radiation safety to all appropriate staff,
f) Assurance that all aspects of license compliance are met including Safety Code 35, CNSC and WorkSafe BC.
- Radiation Safety of Patients
In keeping with the goal of the Region to optimize patient doses the Resident will be expected to gain knowledge and participate in the following to ensure the radiation safety of patients:
a) Routine testing of accuracy of dose display systems in radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, and Nuclear Medicine,
b) In collaboration with the radiologists and nuclear medicine physicians, will ensure that new techniques meet the dose goals of the region (subject to selected stream),
c) Assessment of any accidental or unusual radiation exposures.
- Equipment Evaluation, Selection and Commissioning
The Resident will learn and then be responsible for ensuring that equipment used in the region meets the needs of the program and that complete and accurate data are measured and available for all equipment.
a) Remaining up-to-date on all imaging equipment and new technologies.
b) Carrying out acceptance testing of new equipment under the guidance of a certified medical physicist.
c) Commissioning equipment for clinical use including the measurement of all relevant parameters, the preparation of tables and other documents required for clinical implementation, and searching for unusual or unexpected behaviour, under the guidance of a certified medical physicist.
- Education
Medical Physicists are responsible for teaching aspects of imaging physics and radiation protection to hospital staff in the region. Residents will acquire skills to allow them to be involved in the following activities:
a) Teaching and training of technologists,
b) Teaching of radiation protection to ancillary staff and nursing staff.
- Computer Technology and Communication
Computer technology is progressively playing a more central role in clinical care. Residents will acquire the knowledge and may be assigned responsibility for the computers and software used in the practice of medicine.
a) Keeping up to date on latest computer technology and developments in software; assisting in selection of systems,
b) Programming for specific requirements,
c) Setting up communications between computer systems,
d) Training users.
- Facility Design (other than radiation protection)
New facility design requires many considerations such as equipment siting and physical layout, and many other factors that require the participation of a Medical Physicist. Residents will acquire the knowledge for:
a) Assisting in designing x-ray facilities,
b) Specification of shielding requirements for imaging and other rooms using radionuclides.
- Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
- Responsible for other tasks as required.
What you bring
Qualifications:
- Master of Science in Medical Physics or Doctoral degree in Medical Physics or Biophysics from a recognized program, or an equivalent degree accepted by the American Board of Radiology or Canadian College of Physics in Medicine as equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License to operate a vehicle in BC is required. Travel within Lower Mainland Medical Imaging may require the use of a vehicle for which mileage and parking will be reimbursed in accordance with the organization’s current Terms and Conditions.
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within PHSA contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.
Core Competencies
- Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).
You have:
- Demonstrated ability to provide a high standard of medical physics services.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication and teaching skills
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
- Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
- Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Until August 9, 2028)
Salary Range: $90,770 - $130,481/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan.
Location: 1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G9
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday; 0800-1600.
Requisition Number: 201234E
What we do
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
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PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at [email protected].
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
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