Radiation and Laser Safety Officer - GMC Annex - Full Time - Days

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Radiation Safety Officer to ensure compliance with state regulations and oversee radiological safety programs. In this pivotal role, you'll administer comprehensive safety programs, develop training initiatives, and lead investigations into radiological events. Your expertise will guide the introduction of new technologies while ensuring the safety of personnel and patients alike. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in a clinical environment and possess the necessary certifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience in radiation safety and compliance.
• Certification in Health Physics and Laser Safety required.

Responsibilities

• Administers comprehensive radiation safety programs and audits.
• Develops and delivers radiation safety training and educational seminars.
• Leads investigations of radiological incidents and emergencies.

Skills

Radiation Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Training Development

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Radiation Monitoring Systems

Laser Safety Equipment

Job description

Job Summary: Responsible for ensuring radiological safety and compliance with the State of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, DOT regulations, and the conditions of the facility's x-ray registration and radioactive materials licenses. Performs regular on-site observation and inspection of authorized user technique and safety practices. Assists in the design, implementation, and oversight of radiological physics and radiation protection services.
Job Duties:

• Administers a comprehensive radiation and laser safety program; maintains a comprehensive knowledge base of system radiation safety activities and a working knowledge of regulations and standards of practice applicable to the medical and research environment.
• Provides leadership in the development and execution of the necessary auditing programs.
• Develops didactic state-of-the-art radiation safety training programs and educational seminars and delivers them at the required frequency.
• Responsible for development, revisions, and overall management of all online, self-learning educational radiation safety-related programs for the health system.
• Supervises the clinical privileging and credentialing process for physicians as it relates to laser and fluoroscopy use.
• Regularly reviews files for compliance.
• Contributes to policy and procedure development and assures existing policies and procedures are current and aligned with national standards of practice and regulations.
• Develops and guides implementation of programs necessary to introduce new clinical and bio-research technology involving radiation sources.
• Researches emerging technologies and designs physics services to support the introduction of new diagnostic, therapeutic, and research methodologies to the organization.
• Provides direct oversight for the personnel radiation monitoring system and protective apparel system.
• Proactively seeks out high-risk operations, assesses radiation dose, evaluates radiological hazards, and consults with authorized users on risk management issues.
• Responds to and assists with mitigation and investigation of all radiological events and emergencies.
• Leads the evaluations of all radiological incidents, near misses, and variances to determine the root cause, develop effective corrective action plans, and oversee the implementation of those plans.
• Supervises Health Physics technical staff and coordinates with Medical and Health Physicists to ensure risk to employees, visitors, and patients is minimized.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

Required Certifications:

• Certification by the American Board of Health Physics (ABHP) in Part I and Part II of the Certified Health Physicist (CHP) exam, or certification by the American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) in Medical Health Physics. Alternatively, meets the credentials to be listed as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) on a radioactive material license.
• Board of Laser Safety (BLS) or alternative certification in laser safety from a qualified organization, preferably relating to medical laser safety. Certification required within 12 months of hire.

Education: Bachelor's Degree- (Required), Master's Degree- (Preferred)

Experience: Minimum of 5 years-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s): Certified Health Physicist (CHP) - American Board of Health Physics (ABHP); Medical Health Physics - American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP); Certification in laser safety within 12 months of hire - Default Issuing Body