Radiation Safety Inspector

CHEManager International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health Department is seeking a Scientist (Radiation Control) to inspect facilities using radiation-producing equipment and ensure compliance with NYC Health Code and state/federal regulations. The role involves on-site inspections, reviewing licensee information, preparing detailed reports, and participating in emergency drills.

Travel by car within NYC may be required; shift may include court testimony when violations are found.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in radiological health or related field.
• Bachelor's degree with 24 credits in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, or a related field, plus one year of professional experience in health physics, radiological health, or radiation hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and inspect facilities that use radiation-producing equipment for NYC Health Code compliance.
• Perform on-site tests of radiation-producing equipment installations.
• Review and verify facility license and registration information and evaluate quality control procedures.
• Prepare reports of inspection using agency protocols, forms and tools.
• Prepare and serve court summons and tribunal hearing notices when violations are found and testify when necessary.
• Participate in emergency training exercises and drills and assist in emergency response.
• Operate a motor vehicle to perform job duties.

Skills

Regulations knowledge

Data interpretation

Radiation safety principles

Radiation detection

Meters data interpretation

Data visualization

Inspection documentation

Safety recommendations

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Masters degree in radiological health or related field

Bachelor's degree with 24 credits in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering or related field + 1 year health physics/radiation hygiene experience

Job description

NYC Health Department is seeking a Scientist (Radiation Control) to inspect facilities using radiation-producing equipment and ensure compliance with NYC Health Code and state/federal regulations. The role involves on-site inspections, reviewing licensee information, preparing detailed reports, and participating in emergency drills.

Travel by car within NYC may be required; shift may include court testimony when violations are found.