Radiation Safety Specialist

University of California San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

18h • $34 - $74

About The Position

The Radiation Safety Specialist 2serves as a lead for EH&S supporting radiotherapies for UCSF Health. The main scope of duties include helping prepare and decontaminate rooms used for in-patient radiation therapies, inspecting lead aprons, assisting in radioactive clearance/decommissioning activities, and assisting as needed in the receiving radioactive materials and managing of radioactive waste generated in the hospital. The radiation safety specialist works with other senior radiation safety specialists and serves as a team leader for setting up, surveying, and decontaminating patient rooms used for radiation therapies. The Office of Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) is responsible for promoting environmental stewardship and a safe workplace at UCSF while helping to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to occupational safety and the environment. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $34.48 - $74.04 (Step Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html The Office of Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) is responsible for promoting environmental stewardship and a safe workplace at UCSF while helping to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to occupational safety and the environment. About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Solid, comprehensive working knowledge / understanding of a specific EH&S field including related laws and regulations, and general understanding of all EH&S fields
• Solid organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple projects
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively in a diverse environment
• Working skills in the appropriate use of technology and relevant scientific equipment as required
• Valid California Driver’s License
• DOT certification for shipping hazardous materials
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• Valid California Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• helping prepare and decontaminate rooms used for in-patient radiation therapies
• inspecting lead aprons
• assisting in radioactive clearance/decommissioning activities
• assisting as needed in the receiving radioactive materials and managing of radioactive waste generated in the hospital
• setting up, surveying, and decontaminating patient rooms used for radiation therapies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level