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The following statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels characteristic of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an exhaustive list of the specific duties and prerequisites applicable to individual positions that have been so classified.
Summary
Under limited direction of the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), the Assistant Radiation Safety Officer (ARSO) helps plan, coordinate, and monitor the University's radiation-protection program. Administers key compliance functions, including personnel monitoring, laboratory audits, radioactive-waste and effluent control, sealed-source accountability, and radiation-safety training. Provides technical and regulatory support to the RSO. Supervises assigned health-physics staff, responds to radiological emergencies, and serves as a contact for regulatory inspections and assists license amendments.
Duties and Responsibilities
Administers personnel-monitoring and bioassay programs; ensures appropriate dosimetry, investigates dose anomalies, counsels declared-pregnant workers, and compiles annual dose summaries.
Manages laboratory and clinical audit programs, prepares quarterly compliance summaries, presents findings to the Radiation Control Committee (RCC), and serves on institutional committees requiring radiation safety expertise.
Directs radioactive-waste, effluent-release, and decommissioning programs, verifying releases meet regulatory limits; manages shipping and receipt of radioactive materials; and oversees laboratory closeout surveys and equipment clearance.
Oversees sealed-source, gauge, and generally licensed device inventories, including leak testing and corrective actions for discrepancies.
Develops and delivers radiation-safety training and maintains training-completion records for all radiation workers.
Coordinates survey-meter calibration and instrumentation control to meet license and registration requirements.
Processes radiation permits, research protocols, Authorized User and Authorized Medical Physicist applications for leadership review and maintains and upgrades the radiation-safety database.
Conducts patient-therapy and clinical support activities, providing on-site health-physics coverage for therapeutic procedures.
Responds to and manages radiological emergencies; acts as a contact for incident reporting and external regulatory inspections.
Assists the RSO with license amendments, shielding designs/evaluations, staff supervision, and special projects.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree; at least 7 years of direct experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Strong working knowledge of current regulations related to a radiation safety program.
Experience working in radiation safety for a facility utilizing radiation materials for medical diagnosis and therapy, and/or academic and research purposes.
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering training designed to protect institution, laboratory and other personnel from radiation hazards.
Skill in prioritization and organization.
Knowledge of transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of hazardous chemicals and/or radioactive materials.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Knowledge of radiation safety procedures, standards, and protocols.
Ability to develop, implement, and enforce safety programs and protocols.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
Ability to calibrate and operate radiation detection instruments.
Skill in developing safety procedures and protocols.
Conditions of Employment
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Work environment may involve exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.
The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.
