Health Physics Associate - Radiation Safety

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Job Title

Health Physics Associate - Radiation Safety

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Radiation Safety-Clinical and Operational Improvement

Job Code

T98653

Shift

Days

Schedule

7:30am-4:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Under the direction of the Radiation Safety Director or Medical Health Physicist, the Health Physics Associate ensures regulatory compliance and safe operation of radiation-producing equipment across Cleveland Clinic Health System. This role conducts reviews of x-ray and radioactive materials training and radiation safety procedures, ensures proper registration and compliance of x-ray, CT and other radiation machines with the Ohio Department of Health and serves as the primary liaison during state inspections and audits. Coverage spans Northeast Ohio locations from Mercy and Canton to storage sites in Columbus, with travel required and office space based at Main Campus. The associate supports regulatory quality assurance efforts, assists with radioactive materials and laser safety and works collaboratively to identify issues, implement corrective actions and maintain a safe environment across diverse clinical settings.

A caregiver in this position will work Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Conduct audits of x-ray/radioactive materials program records and safe operating procedures. This entails travel to remote sites.
• Review and provide follow-up with site personnel and assist with problems detected.
• Interface with Ohio Department of Health inspectors and personnel routinely and during inspections.
• Maintain or assist in maintaining x-ray registrations for CCHS facilities. May occasionally will be required to assist with radioactive materials safety and LASER safety.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Associates degree in a safety/science technology area or an applicable health care area
• Must maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and have reliable transportation
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a safety, healthcare, or science field for candidates. (Bachelor degree in a science, engineering, or safety field can substitute for two year of experience)
• English is a required language

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a science, engineering, or safety field
• American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• 403(b) Savings & Investment Plan
• Investment Pension Plan (IPP) 
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Employee Discounts
• Dental and Vision Plans 
• Life Insurance and Disability 

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.  Ability to lift and transport up to 15 pounds.  May require extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting.  Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Laboratory coats and disposable gloves may need to be worn in certain areas.
• Lead apparel may need to be worn in certain areas where x-rays will be emitted during the course of their audit.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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