ASSISTANT HEALTH PHYSICIST JC-533275

California Department of Public Health; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Public Health in Sacramento is seeking an entry-level X-Ray Machine Inspector. You will learn to apply health physics principles, perform inspections of X-ray machines, and support the Radiation Safety Branch’s mission to protect public health and safety.

This Jr. Health Physicist role emphasizes fieldwork under supervision, on-the-job training, and progression toward more responsible tasks within the X-Ray Machine Inspection Unit in Region 3.

Qualifications

• Entry-level trainee position in health physics.
• Willingness to learn principles of radiation safety and regulations.
• Interest in inspecting X-ray machines and enforcing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support X-ray machine inspection program and related tasks.
• Assist with inspections, radiation safety reviews, and incident investigations.
• Work under supervision to develop fieldwork skills in Region 3 Sacramento.

Skills

Health physics

Radiation safety

Attention to detail

X-ray inspections

Tools

Radiation detection equipment

Job description

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do. The Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) is within the Division of Radiation Safety & Environmental Management of the Department of Public Health. The Branch enforces the laws and regulations designed to protect the public, radiation workers, and the environment. RHB is responsible for providing public health functions associated with administering a radiation control program. This includes licensing of radioactive materials, registration of X-ray-producing machines, certification of medical and industrial X-ray and radioactive material users, inspection of facilities using radiation, investigation of radiation incidents, and surveillance of radioactive contamination in the environment.

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by ensuring that qualified individuals are using X-ray machines in a safe and appropriate manner through timely, high-quality inspections and investigations. The Junior (Jr.) Health Physicist (HP) is the entry-level trainee position in the health physicist series. The Jr. HP learns and applies principles, practices, and techniques of radiation and health physics, radiation control regulations, and departmental policies and procedures to review and assist with progressively more difficult and responsible tasks related to the X-Ray Machine Inspection Program, including compliance inspections, radiation safety, and staff work in support of these activities. The position emphasizes fieldwork operations from a state regional compliance office and the incumbent prepares for advancement by participating in on-the-job training and, where appropriate, academic education. The Jr. HP is provided with radiation detection and other equipment necessary to support assigned duties and is expected to use, transport, and care for this equipment. The incumbent works under the close supervision of the Senior (Sr.) HP in the Inspection, Compliance, and Enforcement (ICE) Section, X-Ray Machine Inspection Unit, Region 3 Sacramento.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Final Filing Date: 10/15/2026

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-533275

Position #(s):

580-630-3779-909

Working Title:

X-Ray Machine Inspector

Classification:

ASSISTANT HEALTH PHYSICIST

$6,326.00 - $8,726.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

JUNIOR HEALTH PHYSICIST

$5,464.00 - $7,186.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

The CDPH is currently an E-Verify employer.