Safety Specialist

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a recent graduate to join the Radiation Safety team in Houston. The role provides exposure to RAM licensing, regulatory compliance, dosimetry oversight, and training within a collaborative environment.

Under supervision of the Radiation Safety Officer, you will develop foundational skills in health physics, assist with audits and packaging of radioactive material, and grow toward advanced technical competencies in a dynamic clinical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field required.
• Advanced degree preferred in Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Consult with departments to develop and revise written radiation safety procedures for RAM and MRI/laser equipment.
• Maintain ALARA investigations and the dosimetry program, including dosimeter coordination and reporting.
• Assist in maintaining regulatory compliance and provide technical assistance and interpretations.

Skills

Time management

Willingness to learn

Detail-oriented

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The Radiation Safety team at MD Anderson's Cancer Center, under the supervision of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Sandra Ramirez, oversees the licenses and registrations that allow for the possession and use of radioactive material and radiation-producing equipment at MD Anderson. Our team ensures all clinical and research use involving radiation is not only compliant with State of Texas regulations, but also that it is conducted in a manner that is safe for our employees and patients.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Medical Physics, Physics, or Engineering. They demonstrate strong time-management skills, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to grow professionally within the field. Motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, this candidate is eager to apply foundational knowledge while developing advanced technical and analytical skills.

Great position for an early-career candidate to start their career. They will gain exposure to all aspects of medical health physics as well as academic (non-clinical) health physics. They will work within a highly experienced team, including multiple board certified health physicists and medical physicist. The candidate will also gain exposure to other areas of environmental health & safety and emergency management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults and assists applicable departments in developing, implementing, and revising written radiation safety procedures for using radioactive material (RAM).
• Consults and assists applicable departments in developing, implementing, and revising written radiation safety procedures for using radiation-producing, laser, and MRI machines.
• Consults and assists with ALARA investigation cases and maintains the dosimetry program to include additions/deletions, coordination of dosimeters, and report generation.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with all local, state, and federal compliance guidelines and regulations. Provides regulatory interpretations and technical assistance.
• Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.
• Assists in the proper packaging and shipment of radioactive material.
• Provides assistance and support for the Radioprotective Apparel Program.
• Provide additional support for the safe handling and use of radioactive material and radiation-producing machines.
• Provides Radiation Safety training as needed.
• Performs clinical audits for radiation and X-ray programs on campus and at HAL locations.
• Performs lab inspection and assists with other program areas as needed. Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.

Provides oversight and support of the dosimetry program.

Assists in proper packaging and shipment of radioactive material.

Provides assistance and support of the Radioprotective Apparel Program.

Provide additional support for the safe handling and use of radioactive material and radiation producing machines.

Provides Radiation Safety training as needed.

Performs clinical audits for radiation and x-ray programs on campus and at HAL locations.

Performs lab inspection and assists with other program areas as needed.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.

Preferred: Advanced degree in Engineering, Applied or Basic Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: None

Preferred: Early career two years experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License Class A, B or C valid Texas driver's license depending on the type and weight of vehicle to be operated and number of passengers to be carried and eligible to drive State and institutional vehicles. Upon Hire
• Preferred: CHMM - Cert Hazardous Materials Mgr Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CHP - Certified Health Physicist American Board of Health Physicists (ABHP). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Certified Industrial Hygienist American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CBSP - Cert Biological Safety Prof American Biological Safety Association (ABSA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CSP - Certified Safety Professional By the Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP). Upon Hire
• Preferred: MP - Licensed Medical Physicist Licensed by the Texas Board of Licensure for Professional Medical Physicist. Upon Hire
• Preferred: CFPS - Certified Fire Protection Spec Certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: ASB-C - Lic Asbestos Consultant Licensed Asbestos Consultant by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Licensed Asbestos Project Manager by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: ASB-S - Licensed Asbestos Supv Licensed Asbestos Supervisor by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CHSP - Cert Healthcare Safety Prof Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) by Board of Certified Hazard Control Management (BCHCM). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CHEP - Certified Healthcare Emergency Professionals By Board of Certified Hazardous Control (BCHC). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CEM - Certified Energy Manager Certification By the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). Upon Hire
• Preferred: OHST - Cert Occup Health & Sfty Tchnl Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) by the Council on Certification of Health, Environmental and Safety Technologists. Upon Hire
• Preferred: LMAC - Licensed Mold Assessment Cons Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Licensed Mold Technician License by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Licensed Asbestos Inspector by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CFI - Certified Fire Inspector Certified Fire Inspector I (CFI-I) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CFI - Certified Fire Inspector Certified Fire Inspector II (CFI-II) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) by the Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals (ABCEP). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) by the Institute of Professional Environmental Practice (IPEP). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CPH - Certified in Public Health Certified Public Health Professional (CPH) by the National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE). Upon Hire
• Preferred: RAS - Registered Accessibility Spec Registered Accessibility Specialist (RAS) by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Registered Sanitarian Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (Tx DSHS). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CHFM - Cert Healthcare Facility Mgr Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) by the American Hospital Association (AHA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CESP-Certified Environmental Services Professional By the American Hospital Association (AHA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Hazardous Materials Handling Certification for HM-181, HM-215-A and HM-126-F from the Department of Transportation (DOT) Upon Hire
• Preferred: Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) General Site Worker class from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Certified Accessibility Inspector / Plans Examiner by International Code Council (ICC). Upon Hire
• Preferred: CBCP - Cert Business Cont Planner Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) by the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRII). Upon Hire
• Preferred: Certified Healthcare Provider Continuity Professional (CHPCP) by the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRII). Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182587
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 64,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 110,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 156,000
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes