Radiation Safety Officer Technician

Meharry Medical College; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College is seeking a candidate to support the Radiation Safety Officer in maintaining a comprehensive radiation safety program. Responsibilities include conducting radiation surveys, maintaining safety instruments, and assisting in training faculty and staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a strong commitment to safety and compliance.

This role provides an opportunity to develop skills in a vital safety program within an academic environment. Join Meharry Medical College in promoting safety across clinical and research settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Radiologic Sciences, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry or a related field.
• Basic understanding of radiation safety practices.
• Ability to learn and apply safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations of the radiation safety program.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys and safety inspections.
• Maintain and calibrate radiation survey instruments.
• Collect and process personnel dosimeters.
• Support and deliver radiation safety training.
• Assist in compliance documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of radiation principles

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Data management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Physics or related field

Master's degree in Health Physics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

This position supports the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) in maintaining a comprehensive radiation safety program within the college, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while protecting research laboratories, classrooms, clinical facilities, employees, students, patients, and the public that access the college.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations of the college’s radiation safety program across academic, research, and clinical settings.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys, contamination wipe tests, and safety inspections in laboratories, imaging suites, and clinical departments.
• Maintain and calibrate radiation survey instruments, meters, and dosimetry equipment.
• Collect and process personnel dosimeters; maintain accurate exposure and compliance records.
• Assist with inventory management of radioactive materials, sealed sources, and radiation-producing devices (e.g., x‑ray units, fluoroscopy systems).
• Support and help deliver radiation safety training for faculty, staff, residents, students, and clinic personnel.
• Assist in the preparation and maintain compliance documentation for federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Participate in radiation waste collection, labeling, storage, and disposal.
• Respond to radiation incidents and assist with decontamination and corrective actions under RSO supervision.
• Collaborate with clinical departments to ensure compliance with radiation protection requirements in patient care areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety; understanding of basic radiation principles and clinical safety practices; ability to learn and apply NRC, state, and institutional safety regulations; effective communication and teamwork skills across academic and clinical departments; proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems; ability to work independently and maintain organized documentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred

Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Education & Experience Requirements

• • Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Radiologic Sciences, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.

Education & Experience Preferred

• • Master’s degree in Health Physics, Radiologic Sciences, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• • Experience in research or clinical radiation safety, radiology, or environmental health. (RSO is willing to train a motivated candidate.)

Licensure, Certification or Registration

Required: Not Applicable

Preferred: Not Applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative‑action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap, or veteran status.