Radiation Safety Assistant

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is seeking a dedicated caregiver in Radiation Safety to supervise technologists, oversee handling and shipment of radioactive materials, and ensure compliance with safety audits and procedures.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver’s license, and possible CDL hazmat endorsement, with the potential for a bachelor’s in physics or health physics preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or four years relevant experience.
• Valid State driver's license; CDL hazmat may be required.
• Preferred: physics/health physics background and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Radiation Safety Technologists and assist in policy development.
• Receive, survey, inventory, deliver, and ship radioactive material.
• Perform audits of laboratories, surveys, bioassays, and air sampling.
• Provide radiation safety training and support for therapies and research.

Skills

Safety practices

Auditing

Compliance

Radiation safety knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in engineering or biological sciences

Bachelor's degree in physics or Health Physics (preferred)

Tools

Commercial Driver's license with hazmat endorsement

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

A caregiver in this role works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (flexible)

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Supervise the daily activities of Radiation Safety Technologists. Assists ARSO, RSO, and MHPs in developing policies and procedures.
• Receive, survey, inventory, deliver, and ship radioactive material to end users.
• Perform audits of radiation laboratories, radiation surveys, bioassays, and air sampling.
• Perform radioactive waste collection, sampling, processing, monitoring, and disposal.
• Provide in-service training for users of ionizing radiation (staff and non-staff).
• Provide training to Radiation Safety Technologists.
• Provide radiation safety support for radiation therapy procedures and for clinical/research use of radioactive material and ionizing radiation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associate's degree in engineering, biological sciences or related field and two years of progressively relevant experience
• OR four years of progressively relevant experience
• Valid State driver’s license
• Depending on department needs, may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with hazmat endorsement

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, Health Physics, or another related field
• Relevant experience as a technician, technologist, engineer, or manufacturing professional, such as a batch or chemical mixer
• Strong knowledge of safety practices, auditing, and compliance
• Experience with radiation information and physics

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to wear Level A personal protective equipment.
• Typical demands require full body motion including ability to lift to one hundred pounds and move up to four hundred pounds.
• The ability to utilize material handling equipment and climb ladders.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $18.88

Maximum hourly: $28.80

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).