Safety Officer-Environmental Health - Radiation/ Laser

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

To oversee and administer chemical, biological, radiation, and/or laser safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, institutional policies, and industry standards. Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety programs; conducting inspections and risk assessments; providing technical guidance and regulatory oversight; and designing, developing, and delivering formal and informal education and training programs that promote safety awareness, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of work experience in environmental health and safety, chemical safety, biological safety, radiation safety, laboratory safety, or hazardous materials management
Valid US Driver’s License.
Knowledge of chemical, biological, and/or radiation safety principles, standards, protocols, hazardous materials management, laboratory operations, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Skill in conducting safety inspections, assessing regulatory compliance, investigating incidents, preparing technical reports, delivering safety training, and communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to analyze and interpret data; develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships; assess and mitigate risks; work safely in environments involving hazardous chemical, biological, or radiological materials while using appropriate personal protective equipment; and respond effectively in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of radiation safety experience in a medical institution under the supervision of a Radiation Safety Officer.
Certified Laser Safety Officer (CLSO) certification through the Board of Laser Safety (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and administer chemical, biological, radiation, and/or laser safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and institutional policies.
Conduct inspections, audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews of facilities, laboratories, equipment, and operations involving hazardous materials and safety-sensitive activities.
Provide technical guidance regarding the safe use, handling, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, biological materials, radioactive materials, and related waste.
Develop and deliver safety training and educational programs to promote regulatory compliance and safe work practices.
Investigate safety incidents, accidents, spills, exposures, and compliance concerns; recommend and monitor corrective actions.
Respond to emergencies involving chemical, biological, radiological, or laser hazards and coordinate appropriate response activities.
Review and evaluate research, clinical, instructional, and operational activities to ensure adherence to safety requirements and best practices.
Maintain required records, inventories, permits, reports, and documentation associated with assigned safety programs.
Advise management on regulatory requirements, emerging safety issues, risk mitigation strategies, and program improvements.
Prepare reports, analyze safety trends, and recommend measures to enhance workplace safety and program effectiveness.