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The Radiation Safety Officer provides a comprehensive radiation safety program for research and medical facilities. Maintains research and medical licenses and certified registrations in compliance with the State of Tennessee regulations. Provides periodic training of clinical and laboratory personnel. Maintains the ALARA program. Conducts clinical and laboratory risk assessments.
- Organizes and administers a radiation safety program that prevents or controls radiation hazards producing a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors.
- Serves as a member of the Radiation Safety Committee and provides leadership and continuity of policy concerning the use of ionizing radiation.
- Develops, implements, and maintains an effective radiation safety training program for both research and clinical users of radioactive material and radiation producing equipment.
- Oversees methods and procedures for the receipt, use, storage and disposal of all radioactive materials.
- Maintains an ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) program to monitor exposure to ionizing radiation. Reviews personnel monitoring reports for incidents of excessive exposure. Determines and implements effective corrective action as indicated to ensure appropriate response to exposure or potential exposure to ionizing radiation.
- Surveys exposure levels in areas using ionizing radiation and ensures proper use of materials, shielding, and ventilation; establishes procedures for safe and effective cleanup of accidental spills
- Prepares and updates estimates of airborne radionuclide emissions and ensures compliance with Environmental Protection Association (EPA) regulations.
- Evaluates research protocols involving the use of radioactive materials or radiation-producing equipment and provides guidance in safe handling techniques. Ensures the clinical use of radiation beyond standard of care is safe for the patient and the associated risk is adequately addressed.
- Provides policies and procedures for the safe operation of radiation-producing equipment including, but not limited to a proton synchrotron, a proton/deuteron cyclotron, and linear accelerators
- Contributes expertise in the design, construction, shielding and installation of radiation-producing equipment. This includes instituting interim life safety procedures regarding safe operation during construction, renovations, and equipment relocation.
- Ensures that state licenses, regulatory compliance, and related records are maintained. Prepares and supports St. Jude for inspections or surveys conducted by the Tennessee Division of Radiological Health, DNV and other regulatory bodies. Oversees and enforces Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) security requirements for the use and transport of category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive material.
- Provides leadership and supervision of staff. Interviews, selects, and trains staff. Completes performance reviews and provides ongoing feedback regarding performance and productivity.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
- Bachelor's degree in health physics, radiological physics, or related scientific discipline required.
- Master's degree in health physics, radiological physics, or related scientific discipline preferred.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum Requirement: 4+ years of medical/research radiation safety program required.
- Experience Exception: Master's Degree and 2+ years medical/research radiation safety program.
- Experience must include knowledge of federal and state regulations and management of a comprehensive license.
- (ABHP-CHP) Certified Health Physicist required with Bachelor's degree.
- Licensure Exception: (ABHP-CHP) Certified Health Physicist preferred with Master's degree.
Compensation In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $114,400 - $216,320 per year for the role of Radiation Safety Officer.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
$114,400 - $216,320
Mar 11, 2025