Medical Health Physicist

Penn State University • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Medical Health Physicist develops, implements, and oversees the radiation protection program involving radioactive materials, x-ray devices, and/or non-ionizing radiation, including lasers, and, where applicable, performs duties that support goals and objectives to provide quality patient care and patient satisfaction; program elements include dosimetry, environmental assessment, instrumentation, inventory control, record keeping, surveys, training, transportation, and waste management; complies with state and federal regulations through interpretation of regulatory criteria, changes thereto, auditing, oversight, and interfacing with regulatory agencies to achieve desired outcomes; provides guidance and recommendations to faculty, staff, students, and/or patients to assure that experimental work, equipment, design, or medical procedures conform to radiation safety standards for protection of personnel, patients, public, and the environment; initiates investigations for program compliance in response to reports of non-compliance or concerns; make recommendations for methods of dealing with radiological hazards; recommend proper response procedures; may act as delegate Radiation Safety Officer when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the implementation of specific aspects of the radiation safety program to ensure compliance with state, federal and University regulations
• Ensure radioactive materials are used safely and in compliance with rules and applicable state and federal regulations
• Perform diagnostic x-ray surveys and inspections
• Prepare reports and forms as required by state and federal agencies and University policies
• Design and maintain computer databases, spreadsheets, and regulatory calendars
• Provide technical advice and guidance to faculty, staff and students on radiation safety issues including best practices, policies, and regulations
• Perform radioactive material waste pickups and processing
• Coordinate and provide ongoing radiation safety training to faculty, staff, and students
• May have supervisory responsibilities of other staff positions

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees