Qual Assur Tech IV, Rad Safety

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs QA/QC acceptance and test on both medical and research radiological equipment to include, but not be limited to CT, Fluoroscopy and general radiological devices in accordance to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and NY State D of H guidelines and assists in monitoring use of other radioactive materials throughout the University.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs advanced, NY State Industrial Code Rule 16 audits, surveys and inspections of radiological devices, (Fluoroscopy, CT, Portable, and Dental) for support of annual and semi annual QA/QC performance checks.

2. Evaluates results, prepares reports and applies knowledge of expected equipment responses compared to observed/measured. Performs follow-up on corrective actions following radiological and/or nuclear evaluations. Provides recommendations to various groups, including Clinical Engineering, Nuclear Medicine and Radiology for instrument improvement, shielding and dosimetry.

3. Evaluates performance of radioactive materials licensed laboratories to established University operational standards. Delivers approved radioisotopes to licensed Principal Investigators. Reports violations, recommends actions where warranted and maintains records of surveys. Ensures proper radiological protection is maintained, as well as appropriate behavior in radiological areas.

4. Performs calibrations on hand-held radiation monitoring instrumentation and completes minor maintenance on these instruments. When necessary packages and ships this equipment to a certified vendor when major maintenance is required. Performs receipt inspections and operational checks when outside organizations provide maintenance on RSU equipment.

5. Perform data entry requirements for the handling of radioisotopes. This is necessary for tracking the amounts of radioactivity delivered to and used by the institution for eventual replacement, use, disposal and/or shipment

6. Performs room surveys for the detection of radioactive contamination using provided instrumentation.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A.S degree in Safety Technology, Environmental Management Technology, Chemistry, Biological Sciences required; Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program preferred. 5 years of specialized work experience in field required or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with radiological devices required (Fluoroscopy, CT, Portable and Dental) to conduct QA/QC performance checks. NYS Radiologic Technologist License and ARRT certification preferred.

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How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Pay Range

Pay Range: $28.46 - $39.85 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

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