Yale New Haven Health
Overview
Join our dedicated team at YNHHS, where every employee embodies our Vision and supports our Mission through our core Values: integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. These principles guide our daily actions as individuals and professionals. As a Senior Health Physicist, you will work under the guidance of the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and play a critical role in maintaining and overseeing radiation safety standards across our radiation protection program. You will serve as a technical expert, supporting the RSO in implementing and enhancing the program. Your key responsibilities include policy development, education and training, conducting radiation surveys, and providing oversight of clinical radioactive material utilization. Responsibilities Monitor health physics activities, ensuring comprehensive personnel and environmental safety. Provide consultation on radiation protection matters to all hospital departments. Act as the backup for the Radiation Safety Officer as needed. Offer technical expertise and guidance to the radiation safety team. Audit the radiation protection program for efficacy and recommend improvements. Coordinate registration for state-compliant radiation-producing devices. Engage in regulatory activities including licensing and inspections with relevant agencies. Maintain accurate records of radioactive material transactions. Supervise the shipping and receiving of radioactive materials per DOT standards. Evaluate safety of ionizing radiation devices and ensure compliance with safety standards. Participate in shielding evaluations for appropriate ionizing radiation protection. Assist with occupational dosimetry programs, including monitoring and remedial actions. Educate staff on safe handling and usage of radioactive materials. Oversee the waste disposal program, including record-keeping for radioactive waste. Manage the inventory and leak testing of sealed radioactive sources. Support decontamination efforts during radioactive material incidents and collaborate with emergency responders. Assist in safe administration during radiopharmaceutical therapies while adhering to protocols. Review research protocols involving radioactive materials to ensure compliance. Develop and implement educational resources and training for radiation safety. Stay current with advancements in radiological physics and integrate new findings into practice. Qualifications Education: Master's degree in Health or Radiological Physics (preferred) or a related field; Bachelor's degree in Health or Radiological Physics or related field with additional experience or certification in medical radiation safety. Experience: 7-10 years in medical radiation safety, with a preference for experience as an associate or radiation safety officer on a broad scope medical license. Licensure: Certification by one or more of the following is preferred: American Board of Health Physics, American Board of Medical Physics, American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine, American Board of Radiology. Special Skills: Demonstrated knowledge in radiation safety, detection equipment, and regulatory compliance. Ability to analyze data, solve problems, communicate effectively, and collaborate in a team environment. Physical Demands: This role may involve direct interaction with patients during procedures, require emergency response participation, and occasional lifting of heavy materials. Full-time position. Location: [Exact Address Here].
Join our dedicated team at YNHHS, where every employee embodies our Vision and supports our Mission through our core Values: integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. These principles guide our daily actions as individuals and professionals. As a Senior Health Physicist, you will work under the guidance of the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) and play a critical role in maintaining and overseeing radiation safety standards across our radiation protection program. You will serve as a technical expert, supporting the RSO in implementing and enhancing the program. Your key responsibilities include policy development, education and training, conducting radiation surveys, and providing oversight of clinical radioactive material utilization. Responsibilities Monitor health physics activities, ensuring comprehensive personnel and environmental safety. Provide consultation on radiation protection matters to all hospital departments. Act as the backup for the Radiation Safety Officer as needed. Offer technical expertise and guidance to the radiation safety team. Audit the radiation protection program for efficacy and recommend improvements. Coordinate registration for state-compliant radiation-producing devices. Engage in regulatory activities including licensing and inspections with relevant agencies. Maintain accurate records of radioactive material transactions. Supervise the shipping and receiving of radioactive materials per DOT standards. Evaluate safety of ionizing radiation devices and ensure compliance with safety standards. Participate in shielding evaluations for appropriate ionizing radiation protection. Assist with occupational dosimetry programs, including monitoring and remedial actions. Educate staff on safe handling and usage of radioactive materials. Oversee the waste disposal program, including record-keeping for radioactive waste. Manage the inventory and leak testing of sealed radioactive sources. Support decontamination efforts during radioactive material incidents and collaborate with emergency responders. Assist in safe administration during radiopharmaceutical therapies while adhering to protocols. Review research protocols involving radioactive materials to ensure compliance. Develop and implement educational resources and training for radiation safety. Stay current with advancements in radiological physics and integrate new findings into practice. Qualifications Education: Master's degree in Health or Radiological Physics (preferred) or a related field; Bachelor's degree in Health or Radiological Physics or related field with additional experience or certification in medical radiation safety. Experience: 7-10 years in medical radiation safety, with a preference for experience as an associate or radiation safety officer on a broad scope medical license. Licensure: Certification by one or more of the following is preferred: American Board of Health Physics, American Board of Medical Physics, American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine, American Board of Radiology. Special Skills: Demonstrated knowledge in radiation safety, detection equipment, and regulatory compliance. Ability to analyze data, solve problems, communicate effectively, and collaborate in a team environment. Physical Demands: This role may involve direct interaction with patients during procedures, require emergency response participation, and occasional lifting of heavy materials. Full-time position. Location: [Exact Address Here].