Radiation & Laser Safety Supervisor

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Supervisor & Safety Officer - Radiation/ Laser Safety to lead the radiation and laser safety programs, ensuring activities are performed safely and in compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in radiation or laser safety management, with the ability to train staff and collaborate with safety committees, regulatory bodies, and health-care teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of work experience in radiation safety or laser safety management.
• Must be board certified or have 200 hours of radiation safety training.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local radiation safety laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Establishes, maintains, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures related to acquiring, handling, storage and disposal of radioactive material and laser safety.
• Performs checks and calibrates survey instruments and other safety equipment.
• Trains personnel working or frequenting radioactive material storage areas and others appropriate to radiation / laser safety.
• Maintain records and reports required by regulatory agencies, licensing requests and amendments, and written policies.
• Oversees investigation of radiation or laser over‑exposures, accidents, spills, losses, thefts, and deviations; implements corrective actions.
• Attends meetings of and assists the radiation/laser safety committee.
• Evaluates and determines control measures.
• Supervises healthcare personnel in laser use areas.
• Investigates and reports incidents, accidents, malfunctions, and injuries.
• Establishes a classification and registration for all laser equipment; monitors installation and maintenance.
• Develops and maintains a list of authorized users and laser safety managers.
• Designates and audits protective equipment and conducts annual safety audits.

Skills

Radiation safety knowledge

Laser safety management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Supervision

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Radiation Safety or related field

Tools

Radiation survey instruments

Radiation dosimetry equipment

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Supervisor & Safety Officer - Radiation/ Laser Safety to lead the radiation and laser safety programs, ensuring activities are performed safely and in compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in radiation or laser safety management, with the ability to train staff and collaborate with safety committees, regulatory bodies, and health-care teams.