SENIOR HEALTH PHYSICIST JC-538080

California Department of Public Health; California; Hybrid; USD 8,700 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is seeking a Supervising X-Ray Physicist to lead the regional X-Ray Machine Inspection, Compliance and Enforcement program in Orange County. This senior role directs inspection activities and guides staff to ensure safe and appropriate use of X-ray equipment.

Hybrid telework is available for a permanent, full‑time position with a salary range of $8,674.00–$12,384.00 annually.

Responsibilities

• Directs the activities of a regional X-Ray Machine Inspection, Compliance and Enforcement (ICE) program to ensure safe and appropriate use of X-ray machines.
• Provides high-level consultation to management on technical and administrative aspects to improve operational efficiency.
• Develops the unit’s workplans, assesses training needs, develops staff skills, and builds collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

Job description

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) is within the Division of Radiation Safety & Environmental Management of the Department of Public Health. The Branch enforces the laws and regulations designed to protect the public, radiation workers, and the environment. RHB is responsible for providing public health services associated with administering a radiation control program. These services include licensing of radioactive materials, registration of X-ray-producing machines, certifying medical and industrial X-ray and radioactive material users, inspecting facilities that use radiation, investigating radiation incidents, and conducting surveillance of radioactive contamination in the environment.

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

The CDPH is currently an E-Verify employer.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by directing the activities of a regional X-Ray Machine Inspection, Compliance and Enforcement (ICE) program to ensure that qualified individuals are using X-ray machines in a safe and appropriate manner. The Senior (Sr.) Health Physicist (HP) is the first supervisory level within the HP series. The incumbent oversees the X-ray Machine Inspection Program by planning and coordinating inspection activities and leading its technical and administrative quality control and assurance efforts. Additionally, the Sr. HP provides high-level consultation to management on program’s technical and administrative aspects to improve operational efficiency. The Sr. HP develops the unit’s workplans, assesses training needs, develops staff skills, solves complex technical problems, builds collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and fosters an inclusive work environment. The Sr. HP creates an open and transparent environment that encourages team communication and promotes customer service and accountability. The Sr. HP works under the general direction of the Supervising (Sup.) HP of the ICE Section, Radiation Machines.

Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-538080

Position #(s): 580-632-3802-004

Working Title: Supervising X-Ray Physicist

Classification: SENIOR HEALTH PHYSICIST

Salary: $8,674.00 - $12,384.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Orange County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time