Physical Science Technician
About The Position
This position is located within Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Directorate for Clinical Support, Department of Public Health Radiation Safety, in Bethesda, Maryland. It will be filled at the GS-10 or GS-11 grade level. For a GS-10 selection, noncompetitive promotion to the next grade level is authorized, subject to time-in-grade requirements and demonstrated ability to perform the higher-grade duties. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The technician conducts radiological surveillance and analysis to assess the effects of radiation sources on public health and dose safety. The role involves extensive independent operation and calculations using advanced radiation detection and medical equipment, applying or adapting methods when directly applicable safety standards and federal regulations are not published. The technician surveys laboratory areas and medical, dental, and veterinary x-ray equipment; monitors licensed radioactive materials and medical laser systems; and oversees radioactive waste disposal. The position also includes documenting incidents, developing and delivering radiation safety training, advising researchers and senior staff on surveillance findings, and participating in patient care.
Requirements
- For GS-10: One year of specialized experience conducting radiation surveys; collecting monitoring and sampling data to identify hazards; performing laboratory analysis of radioactive materials using instruments such as multi-channel analyzers, liquid scintillation counters, and Geiger-Mueller detectors; and assisting a Health Physicist in developing resolutions for radioactive detection and management.
- For GS-11: One year of specialized experience assisting with surveillance of radioactive equipment, materials, or laser systems; radioactive waste disposal; operation of advanced radiation detection and medical equipment; and guidance to project officers of experimental testing programs on safety measures or requirements for plans or items that may present radiation hazards.
- Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Tier 1 security investigation or access for the duration of employment.
- Ability to complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
- Must undergo Tuberculosis testing.
- Must meet mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless exempted for medical or religious reasons, with exemption documentation provided upon hire.
- Must be able to report to work or remain on duty during severe weather as an Inclement Weather Essential employee.
- U.S. citizenship is required, and proof of citizenship must be provided.
- Must complete a background investigation and credit check.
Responsibilities
- Conduct radiological surveillance and analysis to assess the effects of radiation sources on public health and dose safety.
- Recommend or perform training and presentations for researchers and senior staff on surveillance findings requiring subject-matter expertise.
- Independently operate advanced radiation detection and medical equipment and perform extensive calculations.
- Develop or adapt methods and techniques when directly applicable safety standards and federal regulations are not published.
- Survey laboratory areas for radioactive-material contamination.
- Survey medical, dental, and veterinary x-ray equipment.
- Monitor the use and control of licensed radioactive materials and medical laser systems.
- Oversee or assess the disposal of radioactive waste.
- Develop event reports to document incidents.
- Develop and teach general radiation safety training for personnel.
- Interact and participate in patient care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families.
- Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
