Radiation Safety Officer

Overview

Manage radiation safety programs and compliance at VA Medical Center

Key Responsibilities

• dosimetry monitoring
• compliance audits
• radiation inspection
• exposure reporting
• shielding design
• wipe tests

Tasks

-Oversee education of the employe population in matters of radiation safety, the radiation safety officer provided training programs for all employees who work directly around radiation. -Tracking and reporting data to quarterly Radiation Safety Committee meetings, and appropriate research committee. May assist with developing the agenda, keeping minutes, obtaining signatures, etc. for the Radiation Safety Committee as directed by the Chair of the Radiation Safety Committee. -Conducting annual inspections of the radiation safety program. -Overseeing the Radiation Dosimetry and ALARA programs. -Collect data, review, and analyze incidents where the radiation dose index (computed tomography dose index [CTDIvol], dose length product [DLP], or size-specific dose estimate [SSDE]) from diagnostic CT examinations exceeded expected dose index ranges identified in imaging protocols. -Conducting audits and surveys throughout facility to ensure compliance with current license and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital requirements. -Lead and conduct annual lead apron testing. -Evaluate and distribute personal exposure data and reports to the appropriate department/committee. -Assist with providing responses to any pertinent NHPP/VA directives, regulatory actions, and The Joint Commission requirements. -Advise HTM/Biomed department to ensure all ionizing radiation producing equipment is inspected after initial installation, annually, and after a major repair has been completed. -Document and provide corrective action plan to limit future exposure if the dosimetry monitoring reports indicate that individual exposure levels exceeded the ALARA limits. -Overseeing all ionizing radiation sources and shipment of radioactive materials. -Assist with fluoroscopy monitoring program. -Completing weekly wipe tests as required by NRC/NHPP. -Provide expert opinion on radiation safety questions and issues, including from patients, departments, JPSRs, etc. Assist with writing local policy with regards to radiation safety topics. Assist with tracking medical errors, adverse events, and indicators of potential quality and safety problems related to radiation safety. -Providing radiation safety as specified by various VA/VHA Directives governing radiation safety (VHA Directive 1105, VHA Directive 1129, VHA Directive 1105.04, VHA Directive 1200.08, VHA Directive 1200.01) -Advise in structural shielding design assessments prior to the installation of all ionizing radiation producing equipment or construction/modifications to rooms where radioactive materials will be stored. -Assist with ensuring proper signage in relevant areas of radiation exposure, including but not limited to CT, NM, Cardiac Cath lab, etc., and assist with ensuring the proper storage of nuclear pharmaceuticals and security of areas with radiation exposure. -Advise in radiation protection survey after the installation of all ionizing radiation producing equipment or construction/modifications to rooms where radioactive materials are stored.

Requirements

• osha hazwoper
• laser safety
• dot hazardous
• rso
• chp
• phd

What You Bring

-OSHA HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Certification – Often required for radiation safety roles in hazardous environments. -A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Health Physics or Radiation Safety may be preferred for senior roles. -Excellent verbal communication skills and telephone manner -Completion of recognized Laser Safety Officer training (ANSI Z136.1 compliant). -2021,2022,2023,2024, and 2025 Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation -Bachelor’s degree physics, engineering, health physics, occupational safety, radiological science, nuclear engineering, or related field. -Excellent attention to detail; accurate data entry -Valid driver's license -Minimum 2 years of experience managing laser safety programs in a healthcare or research setting. -Able to multi-task efficiently and accurately, focusing on quality -Experience working with U.S. Navy, Department of Defense (DoD), or Veterans Affairs (VA) radiation safety programs is a plus. -Customer Focused and team-oriented work ethic -DOT Hazardous Materials Certification – Required for handling and transporting radioactive materials is required. -Must be able to obtain a PIV badge. -Knowledge of VA, OSHA, ANSI, and Joint Commission requirements for non-ionizing radiation (lasers). -Knowledge of radioactive waste management and decontamination procedures. Familiarity with medical imaging equipment and nuclear medicine protocols. Training in emergency response to radiation incidents. -Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) Regulations – 10 CFR Part 20, 10 CFR Part 35, etc. U.S. Navy and VA Radiation Safety Directives. ANSI/HPS Standards for radiation protection. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and OSHA Radiation Safety Standards. Medical and Industrial Radiation Use Requirements. -Minimum of 3 years of experience in health physics, radiation safety, or regulatory compliance. -Hands-on experience with radiation safety program management, NRC, and DoD or VA regulations and compliance, radioactive material licensing and dosimetry programs, and X-ray and medical radiation safety oversight. -Technical Skills & Training: Proficiency in using radiation detection instruments (e.g., GM counters, scintillation detectors, ion chambers). Experience with radiation dosimetry programs. -Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Certification is required. -Excellent and accurate written communication -Certified Health Physicist (CHP) – Issued by the American Board of Health Physics (ABHP), American Board of Science in Nuclear Medicine (ABSNM), American Board of Radiology (ABR), American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) is required.

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Benefits

-2021, 2023, and 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award -Great Place to Work® -Employee 401(k) with company match -Paid Time Off -RATIONAL 2024 Premium Partner Award -Great Expectations Award for Outstanding Growth in 2023

About Lbyd Engineers

-Evolved into LaneBishopYorkDelahay Inc., expanding beyond structural into civil engineering. -Headquartered in Birmingham with branch offices across the Southeast U.S., serving institutional, commercial, and government clients. -Projects range from storm shelter design and forensic investigations to structural and hydrology-driven civil engagements. -Known for ‘large firm expertise with small firm responsiveness,’ tackling both complex facilities and targeted renovations. -Specialties include forensic structural engineering, protective design, stormwater systems, hydraulic assessments, and construction engineering.

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Security Clearance

-must obtain a piv badge. -requires passing an extensive background check.