Aya Healthcare
Health Physicist III-Radiation Safety
Under the direction of the Radiation Safety Officer, the Health Physicist III will assist in the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the radioactive material management programs in all areas of the hospital. Promotes departmental goals in the protection of employees, staff, physicians, students, guests, and visitors. Provides radiation safety training for occupational radiation workers. Helps maintain databases within the department. Has proficiency in the use of meters and instrumentation used in the department. Performs surveys and wipe tests of all laboratories using radioactive materials in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License. Performs radiological or environmental surveys as required or as directed by the Radiation Safety Officer. Radiation safety functions related to radiopharmaceutical therapies performed on patients. Monitors all intercavitary or interstitial implant patients and high dose therapy patients. Ensures bioassays of personnel are completed in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License. Works with other departments in the hospital to ensure radiation safety compliance. Maintains the meter calibration program under the direction of the RSO. Collects inventory and prepares for removal of all radioactive waste generated. Receives and distributes all incoming radioactive materials. Performs quarterly sealed source inventory and semi-annual leak testing. Participates in regulatory processes, surveys, inspections as directed (IEMA, OSHA, DOT, NRC, OIG, DOE, EPA, etc.). Supports emergency response and participates in drills and actual incidents including those that might occur after hours or on the weekends. Shift Information: Days Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $53.95 - $67.44 (Hourly Rate) Minimum Qualifications: Required: Masters Degree in Radiological Health, Health Physics, Medical Physics, or related field 5 years as Health Physics II or equivalent experience in medical radiation safety in a large hospital or academic medical center Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong problem solving and organizational skills Must be able to move and load equipment and shielding (up to 50 lbs) and transfer it to locations throughout the hospital/campus Ability to lift 10 lbs routinely and to stand for 3 hours Strong organizational communications, teaching, and writing skills Identifies quality issues to be addressed and brings to the attention of the Radiation Safety Officer as appropriate Assists in the design and implementation of process improvements Collects and monitors data for key quality indicators and process improvement plans Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA or PAPR) or other appropriate respiratory equipment as required Observe work practices and review written policies and procedures Demonstrate good body mechanics for lifting Preferred: Medical Laser Safety Officer (CMLSO) or previous laser safety experience National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist: (NRRPT) Eligible for American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine Certification or Board eligible for Part I of the CHP exam by the American Board of Health Physics Benefits/Incentives: 10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year (5,700 part-time) 10,000 Student Loan Repayment (5,000 part-time) 1,000 Professional Development per year (500 part-time) 250 Wellbeing Fund per year (125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine. We recognize where you've been and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support, and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund, and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery come help us shape the future of medicine.
Under the direction of the Radiation Safety Officer, the Health Physicist III will assist in the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the radioactive material management programs in all areas of the hospital. Promotes departmental goals in the protection of employees, staff, physicians, students, guests, and visitors. Provides radiation safety training for occupational radiation workers. Helps maintain databases within the department. Has proficiency in the use of meters and instrumentation used in the department. Performs surveys and wipe tests of all laboratories using radioactive materials in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License. Performs radiological or environmental surveys as required or as directed by the Radiation Safety Officer. Radiation safety functions related to radiopharmaceutical therapies performed on patients. Monitors all intercavitary or interstitial implant patients and high dose therapy patients. Ensures bioassays of personnel are completed in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License. Works with other departments in the hospital to ensure radiation safety compliance. Maintains the meter calibration program under the direction of the RSO. Collects inventory and prepares for removal of all radioactive waste generated. Receives and distributes all incoming radioactive materials. Performs quarterly sealed source inventory and semi-annual leak testing. Participates in regulatory processes, surveys, inspections as directed (IEMA, OSHA, DOT, NRC, OIG, DOE, EPA, etc.). Supports emergency response and participates in drills and actual incidents including those that might occur after hours or on the weekends. Shift Information: Days Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $53.95 - $67.44 (Hourly Rate) Minimum Qualifications: Required: Masters Degree in Radiological Health, Health Physics, Medical Physics, or related field 5 years as Health Physics II or equivalent experience in medical radiation safety in a large hospital or academic medical center Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong problem solving and organizational skills Must be able to move and load equipment and shielding (up to 50 lbs) and transfer it to locations throughout the hospital/campus Ability to lift 10 lbs routinely and to stand for 3 hours Strong organizational communications, teaching, and writing skills Identifies quality issues to be addressed and brings to the attention of the Radiation Safety Officer as appropriate Assists in the design and implementation of process improvements Collects and monitors data for key quality indicators and process improvement plans Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA or PAPR) or other appropriate respiratory equipment as required Observe work practices and review written policies and procedures Demonstrate good body mechanics for lifting Preferred: Medical Laser Safety Officer (CMLSO) or previous laser safety experience National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist: (NRRPT) Eligible for American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine Certification or Board eligible for Part I of the CHP exam by the American Board of Health Physics Benefits/Incentives: 10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year (5,700 part-time) 10,000 Student Loan Repayment (5,000 part-time) 1,000 Professional Development per year (500 part-time) 250 Wellbeing Fund per year (125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine. We recognize where you've been and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support, and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund, and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery come help us shape the future of medicine.