Job Description

General Summary of Position
Ensures the Radiation Safety Program provisions are implemented in accordance with all federal, state, local and the organization\'s mission, vision, policies and procedures. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital\'s philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs general surveillance of Radiation Safety activities including personnel, facility and environmental monitoring.
• Provides technical support to all departments and work areas using radioactive materials and radiation producing machines/equipment, throughout the hospital.
• Provides consultation support to personnel working with or responsible for practices involving exposure to ionizing radiation, as well as patients and family members as applicable.
• Provides Radiation Safety education and training to all organizational Radiation Workers including Radiation Technicians, Nurses Physicians and Residents.
• Establishes management process and maintains current the annual Physics Testing Program for all organizational X-Ray machines, Mammography, and other imaging units to ensure compliance with District of Columbia and FDA regulatory requirements. Makes records available for review upon request.
• Provides administrative and technical support to Radiation Safety Officer and Radiation Safety Committee to ensure program effectiveness.
• Acts as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) in the absence of the organizational designated RSO.
• Responds immediately and establishes control at incidents/occurrences involving radiation hazards. Conducts occurrence and incident investigations to identify root cause and prepare written reports detailing synopsis, sequence of events, conclusion and recommendations for preventing recurrence. Submits reports to RSO and Radiation Safety Committee for review and approval. Tracks approved recommendations to closure as applicable.
• As delegated by the organizational RSO, represents RSO in meetings, policy reviews sessions, Focus Teams and other assignments to provide support and consultation as appropriate to ensure Radiation Safety Program effectiveness.
• Supports organizational RSO during all internal, state, federal and independent audits/inspections to ensure successful result.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Master\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Health Physics, Medical Physics, or related field required or

Experience

• 3-4 years Progressively more responsible positions related experience in the management of radiation safety operations with radioactive materials including waste management in the clinical setting. required and
• 5-7 years Experience in medical health physics to include: conducting ionizing radiation surveys and measurements; preparing written reports of radiation protection activities; analyzing samples for radioactivity; personnel dosimetry - radiation badges; shipment of radioactive materials; calibration and maintenance of instruments used during routine radiation safety activities; inspection of X-ray units; securing and controlling radioactive material; use of administrative controls to ensure safety in the administration of byproduct material; use of procedures to prevent or minimize radioactive contamination and implementation of proper decontamination procedures; use of emergency response procedures to control byproduct material; and disposal of byproduct material; required or
• Experience and knowledge in managing health physics practices in nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology, facilities providing full range of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services; required and
• Knowledge and experience in diagnostic medical physics with emphasis in the use of x-rays. required

Licenses and Certifications

• Training and experience criteria as outlined in subpart J, Part 35, Title 10, Code of Federal Regulations for a Radiation Safety Officer. required and
• Medical Physics Certification - MPC Certification by the American Board of Health Physics, preferred or
• approval by a District of Columbia agency to perform X-ray machine inspections preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent leadership, management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of current and proposed regulations including: Title 10 Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR); Title 40 of Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR); Title 49 of Code of Federal Regulations, and District of Columbia Regulatory Agency (DCRA).

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork\xe2\x80\x94our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity\xe2\x80\x94we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package\xe2\x80\x94including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home\xe2\x80\x94as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It\xe2\x80\x99s how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health\'s policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.

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