Health Physicist

Inova Health System • VA, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Inova Center for Personalized Health is looking for a dedicated Health Physicist to join the team. We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Requirements

• Certification American Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Medical Physics upon start
• Licensure - Virginia Registered State Inspector within the first two months of hire, but must have submitted the application to the state at time of hire
• Certification - American Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Medical Physics upon start
• Experience - 3 years of experience in Clinical Medical Physics
• Education - Master's degree in Radiological Medical Physics

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operations of a radiation safety program to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Advises the university community regarding radiation safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by the relevant local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Provides technical assistance and guidance on radiological control problems; advises permit holders on radioactive material inventory problems, shielding designs, waste handling procedures, dosimetry, and licensing requirements.
• Evaluates, collects, prepares, and inventories radioactive materials and/or hazardous chemicals for transport and disposal.
• Responds to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, radiation, or fire and smoke incidents; prepares reports of findings and submits recommendations.
• Evaluates, inventories, and tests sealed sources of radioactive materials.
• Monitors and instructs medical patients receiving exposure to hazardous substances during treatment procedures.
• Leads and guides the work of environmental health and safety technicians.
• May perform additional job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• a robust team member wellness program
• Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
• up to $10,000 for student loans
• 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior