Radiation Technician

Nusano • West Valley City, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Technician will support the Nusano radiation protection program while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. This position will provide the hands-on and strategic support efforts to Nusano’s Radiance Lab and Accelerator Production Facility. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research while maintaining the highest standards of safety. This role reports to the Radiation Safety Officer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional radiological technician experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of radiation protection, survey instrumentation and analysis and applicable rules, best practices for safe use of radioactive materials and radiation-producing equipment.
• Experience measuring and evaluating radiological conditions affecting workers and the environment using radiation detection equipment.
• Proficient computer literacy skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in health physics, radiation protection, physical science, or related degree.
• Experience and knowledge of radiation safety practices for Linear Accelerator operations

Responsibilities

• Act as a radiation technician
• Perform routine surveys and post areas accordingly.
• Support the safe handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials within the laboratory by chemists and other staff.
• Provide radiation on-the-job training for Nusano staff.
• Perform daily calibration checks, maintain logs for radiation monitoring instruments, and ensure the inventory is accurate and up-to-date.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with radiation safety standards.
• Distribute and collect personal dosimeters.
• Responding to radioactive material spills and other radiation emergencies, to include evaluating and executing corrective measures.
• Participate in team meetings and provide daily health physics support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED