HEALTH PHYSICIST TRAINEE

MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible telework

Free mass transit in Baltimore

Health insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of the Environment is seeking a Health Physicist Trainee in Baltimore, MD to support inspections, investigations, registrations, maintenance, and certifications that protect the public from unnecessary radiation exposure.

The position includes training, potential annual promotions based on performance, and a benefits package with telework options, leave, and a state pension. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and have legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in performing the recognition, evaluation and control of radiological hazards to employees and the general public.
• Bachelor's degree with 30 credit hours in mathematical, physical or biological sciences may substitute for the required experience.
• U.S. Armed Forces commissioned officer experience in Health and Medical Physicist classifications may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• The Health Physicist Trainee will receive training to support required inspections, investigations, and other regulatory activities.
• Process registrations, preventive maintenance, and certifications to protect the public and occupational personnel from radiation exposure.
• Respond to radiation emergencies as needed and participate in monthly staff meetings.

Skills

Radiation safety

Regulatory inspections

Database reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland’s citizens. The Agency’s mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland.

If you are looking for an exciting career committed to helping the environment for all Marylanders, MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth – MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b, etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a food court, and a gym.

Performance Based Opportunity

As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success The Health Physicist Trainee may be eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance.

Progressive Grade Levels

• Health Physicist I – Grade 15 $63,154 -$99,603)
• Health Physicist II – Grade 16 ($67,309- $106,155)

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

• Air and Radiation Administration
• Radiological Health Program
• Radiation Machines Division
• 1800 Washington Blvd.
• Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Health Physicist Trainee will receive training to support required inspections, investigations, and other regulatory activities. Duties will include processing registrations, preventive maintenance, and certifications to protect the public and occupational personnel from unnecessary exposure to radiation from x-ray-producing machines. The incumbent will also participate in monthly staff meetings and respond to radiation emergencies as needed.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions which may result in injury.
• Physical demands such as lifting 20 pounds or more, climbing ladders etc.
• Protective equipment—such as safety glasses, gloves, mask during site visits when required.

The incumbent may be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver’s license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Four years of experience in performing the recognition, evaluation and control of radiological hazards to employees and the general public.
• Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 30 credit hours in mathematical, physical or biological sciences for the required experience.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health and Medical Physicist classifications or Health and Medical Physicist specialty codes in the Physicist field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Health Science or Physics;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Experience generating database reports;
• Detail oriented with strong organizations skills and the ability to prioritize tasks;
• Willingness to work as a team member;
• Experience providing service to customers in a professional setting which must have included personal interaction with members of the general public or other customers.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.