North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services Hiring For Health Physicist at Raleigh, NC, United States Full Time

Job Description

The Health Physicist II (HP) works independently to perform inspections and investigations for regulatory compliance in a variety of medical, industrial, research and educational centers, and other various settings. Job duties include monitoring and evaluating all aspects for handling, use, storage, transportation, disposal and security of radioactive materials. This position encounters a diverse array of assignments and problems and should be able to complete complex mathematical and technical training from a scientific discipline or background. In addition to performing inspections, the HP may also perform evaluations for safety features and design elements of radiological devices manufactured in NC.Job responsibilities include the following:

• conducts performance-based inspections;
• ensures safe use and security for radioactive materials;
• investigates incidents or allegations involving ionizing radiation;
• trains colleagues and conducts outreach as needed (professional organizations, occupational workers, and the general public);
• attends training to attain and then maintain qualifications as a HP;
• provides technical consultation to Federal, State and local authorities (FBI, NC Ports Authority, local emergency response, hospitals, and health professionals, military branches, etc.);
• participates in exercises, drills, and any real events regarding nuclear power plant events.

This position is home-based. Travel is required with some overnights. 24/7 availability is required in the event of a radiologic incident requiring a response and/or investigation.The Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) provides for the health, safety and well-being of individuals through effective regulatory and remedial activities including appropriate consultation and training opportunities and by improving access to health care delivery systems through the rational allocation of needed facilities and services.The Radiation Protection Section’s mission is to reduce radiation exposure to the citizens and occupational workers of North Carolina, reduce radiation contamination to the environment and protect all from radiation hazards.DHSR offers excellent State benefits including paid time off (including State holidays, vacation and sick), membership in one of the strongest public pension systems in the United States, and excellent medical insurance options.
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To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following: * Training obtained by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or equivalent training to operate as an independent inspector for an Agreement State Program pursuant to Section 274 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, to include but not limited to:

• Licensing Practices and Procedures
• Inspection Procedures
• Transportation of Radioactive Materials
• Fundamental Health Physics
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine
• Brachytherapy, Gamma Knife and Emerging Technologies
• Safety Aspects of Industrial Radiography
• Materials Control & Security Systems & Principles

* Demonstrated work experience or equivalent inspecting against byproduct material, source material and limited special nuclear material;
* Demonstrated knowledge of the biological effects of radiation, practice standards & principles of radiation in medicine, industry, veterinary, education & research;
* Demonstrated skill in radiation detection, methods and equipment;
* Demonstrated knowledge of Agreement State and NRC regulations applicable to ionizing radiation;
* Skilled in using computers with MS Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, scientific software, database manipulation and ability to self-troubleshoot computer issues;
* Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting as a forward-thinking problem solver; and
* Ability to attain and maintain a valid NC driver’s license.
* Physical requirement – Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.Management prefers:
* Experience as an inspector and or license reviewer for an Agreement State or NRC;
* Experience in a regulatory capacity conducting inspections against byproduct radioactive materials, source materials or limited special nuclear material;
* Experience participating in large scale emergency response activities;
* Experience properly assessing and handling technically difficult and controversial areas;
* Experience writing technical reports and communicating scientific and technical material in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience; and
* Skilled in the use of personnel dosimetry, Geiger-Mueller detectors, ionization chambers, scintillation detectors, spectrometers and testing for removable/fixed contamination.Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in nuclear, physical, or environmental science; health/medical physics, or radiologic science from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of applicable experience;
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Special Requirement Valid North Carolina Driver’s License**TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY, APPLY DIRECTLY USING THIS LINK: ** Health Physicist | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)Job Type: Full-timePay: $50,357.00 – $69,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Raleigh, NC 27603: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• inspecting against byproduct material: 2 years (Required)
• radiation detection, methods and equipment: 2 years (Required)
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Nuclear Medicine: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: One location