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ID
#52216382 -
Salary
TBD -
Source
Northwell Health -
Date
2024-08-02 -
Deadline
2024-10-01
Radiation Safety Specialist
New York, Newhydepark, 11040 Newhydepark USAReq Number 134206Job DescriptionCoordinates and evaluates the Radiation Safety Program. Performs a variety of technical procedures in the application and delivery of radiation therapy, as prescribed by the physician.Job ResponsibilityCollaborates with the Radiation Safety Officer to develop policies and procedures, and education/training classes regarding radiation safety.Responds to Radiation Safety incidents and emergencies.Provides instruction to staff involved in incidents/emergencies on proper procedures.Submits written reports on cause of incident/emergency and makes recommendations for preventing future occurrences.Manages the campus-wide and off-site monitoring of staff radiation badges, including ordering and cancelling badges and obtaining radiation histories.Prepares quarterly summaries for Radiation Safety Committee meetings and discusses corrective actions.Manages and maintains radioactive materials orders and inventories to ensure compliance with license possession limits and inspects packages for damages and leaks.Manages the radioactive materials waste disposal program and centralized radioactive waste storage facility.Interacts with representatives from regulatory agencies and accreditation organizations, as required.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.Job QualificationAssociate's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.Must obtain US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) radioactive materials security clearance within six (6) months from position entry date, depending on area of assignment.1-3 years of relevant experience, required.Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $66,220-$108,180/yearIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.