Radiation Safety Officer Technician

Essential Functions (Principal Duties And Job Responsibilities)

• Assist with daily operations of the College’s radiation safety program across academic, research, and clinical settings.
• Conduct routine radiation surveys, contamination wipe tests, and safety inspections in laboratories, imaging suites, and clinical departments.
• Maintain and calibrate radiation survey instruments, meters, and dosimetry equipment.
• Collect and process personnel dosimeters; maintain accurate exposure and compliance records.
• Affiliate with inventory management of radioactive materials, sealed sources, and radiation-producing devices (e.g., x-ray units, fluoroscopy systems).
• Support and help deliver radiation safety training for faculty, staff, residents, students, and clinic personnel.
• Affiliate with the preparation and maintain compliance documentation for federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Participate in radiation waste collection, labeling, storage, and disposal.
• Respond to radiation incidents and assist with decontamination and corrective actions under RSO supervision.
• Collaborate with clinical departments to ensure compliance with radiation protection requirements in patient care areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Understanding of basic radiation principles and clinical safety practices.
• Ability to learn and apply NRC, state, and institutional safety regulations.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills across academic and clinical departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management systems.
• Ability to work independently and maintain organized documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred

• Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Education And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics, Radiologic Sciences, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.

Education And Experience Preferred

• Master’s degree in Health Physics, Radiologic Sciences, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Experience in research or clinical radiation safety, radiology, or environmental health preferred.

Licensure, Certification Or Registration Required

• Not Applicable

Licensure, Certification Or Registration Preferred

• Not Applicable