Radiation Safety Technologist

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking a Radiation Safety Technologist to support the radiation protection program in a research hospital setting. The role involves performing radiation surveys, wipe test analyses, handling radioactive materials, keeping calibration and operational records, and participating in the decay-in-storage waste program.

Responsibilities also include supporting the dosimetry program and serving on the Radiation Emergency/Disaster team, with on-site work schedule

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 3 years related experience OR Bachelor's with 1 year related experience OR equivalent combination.
• Fingerprinting/background check required; must be deemed Trustworthy & Reliable per NY DOH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiation survey measurements and analysis of wipe tests.
• Receive and process radioactive materials; inspect lead aprons and maintain instrument records.
• Coordinate decay-in-storage radioactive waste handling.
• Assist with dosimetry program operations and radiation safety recordkeeping.
• Serve on Radiation Emergency/Disaster team; respond to spills and emergency events.

Skills

Radiation safety

Survey measurements

Wipe tests

Radioactive materials handling

Record keeping

Emergency response

Dosimetry

Radiation protection

Education

Associate degree in related technical field

Bachelor's degree in related technical field

Tools

Radiation survey instruments

Lead apron inspections

Job description

Job Summary:

The Radiation Safety Technologist assists with and supports the radiation protection program in a research hospital setting. Performs radiation survey measurements, analysis of wipe tests, receipt and processing of radioactive materials, lead apron inspections, and related record keeping. Maintains operational and calibration records for all radiation detection instrumentation. Coordinates decay in storage radioactive waste program. Assists with operations of the radiation dosimetry program. Serves as a member of the Radiation Emergency / Disaster team. Responds to and remediates radioactive material spills and emergency radiation safety events.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree in a related technical field and 3 years of related experience OR Bachelors degree in a related technical field and 1 year of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Note: Final applicant will be required to submit to fingerprinting and background check and be deemed Trustworthy & Reliable by the institutions T&R Official, in accordance with New York State Department of Health regulations for increased controls. Incumbent will be appointed temporary until clearance is obtained post-hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of the principles/concepts, fundamentals, and best practices/methods of radiation protection and the risks associated with ionizing radiation exposure. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws/regulations, standards, and guidance pertaining to the possession and safe use of radioactive material and radiation-producing machines.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

Executive Order:

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