Radiation Safety Officer

Mercy • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

The Radiation Safety Officer oversees the safe use of radioactive materials and X-rays in Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Radiology, the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Endoscopy, the Pain Center, the Breast Center, Surgery, and other clinics or departments that use diagnostic X-rays or licensed radioactive material. The role serves as the institution’s Radiation Safety Officer and ensures compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and accreditation requirements. The position maintains liaison with appropriate Medical Directors and is directly responsible for radiation safety throughout the Health Center, performance and safety testing of X-ray equipment in the listed areas, and other health physics matters.

The Radiation Safety Officer provides oversight and direction to Associate Medical Physicists and Assistant Radiation Safety Officers, and participates in committees and councils related to radiation safety, general and hazardous-material safety, emergency preparedness, and accreditation and regulatory compliance. Duties are performed consistently with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or above in a physical science, preferably Nuclear Engineering or Medical Physics.
• Must meet NRC qualifications as a Radiation Safety Officer.
• Must meet MQSA requirements and Joint Commission requirements as a qualified Medical Physicist for CT, MRI, and Mammography.
• Three to five years of experience in Nuclear Medicine and general diagnostic imaging.
• Physical capabilities including clear speech, normal hearing, good vision, and mobility.
• Ability to work under stress and use absolute integrity in performing procedures.
• Professional discretion with patient information.
• Good organizational skills and accuracy in acquiring and processing studies and handling related paperwork and films.
• Willingness to follow all policies and procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Must use protective devices and appropriate precautions to protect oneself and others when exposed to radiation.

Nice To Haves

• Automatic data processing experience preferred.
• Recommended certifications, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe use of radioactive materials and X-rays in applicable departments and clinics.
• Serve as the institution’s Radiation Safety Officer and ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain liaison with appropriate Medical Directors.
• Manage radiation safety throughout the Health Center.
• Perform safety and performance testing of X-ray equipment in applicable areas.
• Address other health physics problems at the Health Center.
• Provide oversight and direction to Associate Medical Physicists and Assistant Radiation Safety Officers.
• Participate in committees and councils related to radiation safety, general and hazardous-material safety, emergency preparedness, and accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Perform duties consistently with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time