Radiation Safety Technician

Job Summary

The Radiation Safety Technician is responsible for conducting radiation safety surveys and audits of research laboratories and clinical facilities where sources of ionizing radiation are used and supporting the radiation monitoring program. Duties may be assigned at Drexel University, Drexel University College of Medicine, Wills Eye Institute, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Eastern Regional Medical Center, and/or other affiliated organizations.

Essential Functions

• Distribute and collect radiation monitoring devices to/from departments, and ship dosimeters and controls.
• Add and delete individuals from monitoring service using computerized system.
• Review dosimetry reports for high and unusual exposures and investigate the cause of these exposures.
• Maintain inventory of radiation producing machines and radiation detection equipment.
• Conduct physical inventory of sealed sources and leak test sealed sources as required by regulations.
• Survey academic and clinical facilities using radioactive materials for radiation levels and contamination.
• Audit nuclear medicine, radiation oncology and research laboratories for regulatory compliance.
• Review requests to purchase radioactive material for proper authorization.
• Inspect/survey radioactive packages upon receipt and distribute packages to appropriate laboratories.
• Monitor radioactive material releases in effluent, perform bioassays.
• Collect radioactive waste from generators, store and prepare waste for disposal, remove decayed waste.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Prepare written reports and maintain records in established recordkeeping system.
• Conduct in-service training for hospital and university faculty and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor's degree in physics, biology, chemistry, or other science or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  
  
  
  • Seven years' experience at an academic/medical facility may substitute for the degree requirement.
  • Certification in nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, or radiography technology will be considered in substitution for the degree requirement.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience at an academic/medical facility may substitute for the degree requirement.
  • Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of radiation detection equipment that includes handheld survey meters and analytical equipment.
• Possess or quickly develop a working knowledge of radiation protection regulations, standards and practices at academic/medical facilities.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and must be capable of accurate data entry.
• Able to effectively communicate with persons of various backgrounds is necessary; therefore, good written and oral skills are required.
• Able to work independently with general direction and minimal supervision.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade J. Compensation for this grade ranges from $47,490 to $71,230 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.