Radiation Safety Specialist

4 weeks ago


Chicago Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Radiation Safety Specialist

At Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, we are seeking a highly skilled Radiation Safety Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Radiation Safety Department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe use of radiation and radioactive materials throughout our healthcare system.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of radiation safety programs, including general surveillance of activities and areas where radioactive materials are used.
  • Support compliance with rules and regulations, authorized users, and research projects approval as specified by the Radiation Safety Officer or Radiation Safety Committee.
  • Consult with department radiation safety liaisons on radiation protection and provide guidance on safe procedures in the use of radiation sources.
  • Perform surveys and wipe tests of laboratories using radioactive materials in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License.
  • Monitor intercavitary and interstitial implant patients and high dose therapy patients, and ensure bioassays of personnel are completed in accordance with the Radioactive Materials License.
  • Work with other departments to ensure radiation safety compliance and maintain the meter calibration program under the direction of the RSO.
  • Collect, inventory, and prepare for removal of all radioactive waste generated, and receive and distribute all incoming radioactive materials.
  • Participate in regulatory processes, surveys, and inspections, and support emergency response and participate in drills and actual incidents.
Requirements:
  • Proficiency in the use of meters and instrumentation used in the departments.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Working Conditions:

The Radiation Safety Department is responsible for overseeing the Radiation Safety Program and regulatory functions for the Northwestern Memorial HealthCare Radioactive Materials License. This involves traveling to Northwestern Medicine hospitals throughout the Northwestern Memorial HealthCare system.



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